Virginia

Hi! My name is Nivedya and I'm from Richmond, Virginia. In my free time I love to read, play the piano, and spend time with family and friends. I've also been doing classical Indian dance since I was 7. Sports I play include tennis and badminton.

I found out I had scoliosis at my regular doctors appointment when I was 13 years old. When I took my first X-Ray, I found out I had a reverse S curve. So, I wore a brace at night for a year, but it didn't work out and I almost needed surgery. However, I was able to find another bracing and started Schroth exercises. For the past 6 months I have been wearing a full-time brace (20 hours) and going to physical therapy once a week.

When I first found out I had scoliosis, I didn't know what it meant, what to do next, or who I could talk to. That's why I want to help other girls who are going through the same thing. I want to help create a space where they can learn about their scoliosis, ask questions, and feel comfortable and safe. Even though my scoliosis journey started a year and a half ago, I'm still learning new things and confident in providing that space for others.