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CorpoSchema was founded by Beatriz in 2012; one of the first physical therapists trained in the Schroth Method for the treatment of scoliosis in the state of Florida.
The Schroth Method originated in Germany in the 1920s, and further evolved as the Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School (BSPTS) founded by Dr. Manuel Rigo MD, PhD, (developer of the Rigo-Cheneau brace).
The Schroth Method taught by the BSPTS is a specific approach to physical therapy for the treatment of spinal deviations that emphasizes the use of three dimensional exercises and breathing techniques, which are designed to help correct the alignment of the spine and improve overall function.
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CorpoSchema's founder, Beatriz Rodriguez, became one of the first Floridian Schroth practitioners to obtain BSPTS C1 Schroth certification in 2011.
On 2014, Beatriz successfully completed C2 advanced Schroth Method training.
Beatriz with BSPTS advanced Schroth C2 instructors Patti Orthwein and Beth Janssen, 2014, Stevens Point, Wisconsin.
While observing and assisting during a 2017 C1 course taught by Dr. Rigo in Barcelona, Beatriz became C1 Schroth certified again.
 
Beatriz at the Elena Salva Institut, Barcelona, Spain 2017. (Right) Manuel Rigo, MD, PhD, BSPTS founder.
 
 
C1 Schroth course Barcelona graduates, 2017. (Right) Dinner at Dr. Rigo's home.
Throughout 2016 and early 2017, Beatriz studied in Poland where she learned the Polish FITS Method for the treatment of lower extremities and spinal misalignments.
 
Beatriz with Polish FITS Method founders, Dr. Andrzej M'hango and Dr. Marianna Bialek. (Right) FITS graduates, Warsaw, Poland, 2017.
Beatriz has presented 3 unique scoliosis case studies at SOSORT meetings she has attended in the US and abroad. These meetings help clinicians stay up to date on the latest scoliosis research and guidelines for proper conservative treatment.
The following sumarizes Beatriz's professional background and interest in spine rehabilitation:
- Masters Degree in Physical Therapy. 2003.
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist. 2005.
- Mat Pilates Training. Stott Pilates. 2006.
- Comprehensive Pilates and Rehabilitation Certification. Polestar Pilates, 2007.
- Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School Schroth Method Basic Certification (C1). 2011.
- PMA® Certified Pilates Teacher Pilates Method Alliance. 2012. (renamed National Pilates Certification Program in August 2019). Digital badge
- Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School Schroth Method Advanced Certification (C2). 2014.
- SOSORT Member. 2016 (International Society on Scoliosis Orthopedic Rehabilitation and Treatment).
- SOSORT Meeting participant. Banff, Canada. 2016.
- F.I.T.S. Method Certification. Functional Individual Therapy for Scoliosis and Postural Defects Parts I, II, and III. Warsaw, Poland. 2016-2017. (one of only 2 certified physical therapists in the US).
- SOSORT Meeting participant. Lyon, France. 2017. Poster presenter. Title: "Positive Impact of Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School (BSPTS) Schroth Exercises on A Patient with Idiopathic Scoliosis after Surgical Removal of Large Congenital Melanocytic Nevi: A Case Report."
- Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School Schroth Method Basic Certification (C1). Course observer and lab assistant. Barcelona, Spain. 2017. Instructor: Dr. Rigo MD, PhD. C1 re-certification.
- SOSORT Meeting Participant. Dubrovnik, Croatia. 2018. Poster Presenter. Title: "Older Adult with Painful Scoliosis and Thoracic Hyperkyphosis treated with Schroth-based Physical Therapy and a Wood Cheneau Rigo Brace (WCR), 3 Years Status Post Transforaminal Lumbar Interbody Fusion: A Case Report."
- SOSORT Meeting Participant. San Francisco, USA. 2019. Poster Presenter. Title: "Schroth-based Physical Therapy to Treat Severe Adult Scoliosis of Adolescent Onset (ASAO) with Concomitant Multilevel Degenerative Changes in the Spine: A Case Report."
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