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TOPS is a non-profit organization with a focus on back care, scoliosis, and spinal fusion based in Br

02/06/2026

We’re excited to share the recording from our 3rd Fusion Forum on Revision Surgery! If you couldn’t attend—and especially if you’ve had a fusion or are considering your first or a revision—this is a powerful opportunity to hear real stories and insights. Watch now on our YouTube channel. Link is below.

Also, join Martha, special guest speakers, and our community for the 4th FUSION FORUM happening on Thursday, April 16, 2026 from 1:00-2:30pm PT. Link to register is below!

📣 CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS 📣
We’re looking for people willing to share their experiences around pregnancy, birthing, and child-rearing, including:
• Working with a doula or midwife
• Epidural vs. no epidural
• Vaginal birth vs. cesarean
• Your parenting journey

If you’re interested in sharing, please message us or comment below — we’d love to hear from you!

Fusion Forum #3 Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6VHVShh3tRc&t=2s

Register for Fusion Forum #4: https://twistedoutreachproject.as.me/schedule/2bde1800/?appointmentTypeIds[]=70230127

01/31/2026

🌼 Spring Programming is Here — Registration is Open! 🌼

Join Martha for Scoliosis Saturdays, featuring Somatic Yoga for Scoliosis and Fusions — a gentle yet deeply effective blend of Essential Somatics™, Yoga for Scoliosis, and more.

Or start your Sundays with Gentle Sunday Yoga — a nourishing, accessible practice for all levels.

Both series begin the weekend of March 21! Get the jump on spring and visit the links below to learn more and register.

Scoliosis Saturdays Spring series: https://www.twistedoutreachproject.com/scoliosis-saturdays-classes-with-martha-carter

Gentle Sunday Yoga: https://www.twistedoutreachproject.com/gentle-yoga-sundays-with-martha-carter

01/24/2026

Back in 2019, Martha Carter explored scoliosis through Dr. Gabor Maté’s Bio Psycho Social + Spiritual lens in her blog. 🌿 You can read the full blog here: https://www.twistedoutreachproject.com/blog/2019/10/2/part-28

Now, there’s a special opportunity to hear from world-renowned physician Dr. Gabor Maté! He’ll be speaking at Thompson Rivers University in three weeks (with a virtual option still available) and at the Pacific Pain Forum in Vancouver this April. He also has events and online talks worldwide — there’s likely one that fits your schedule.
Explore his upcoming events here: https://drgabormate.com/events/

01/16/2026

We hope you had a chance to read Gail Rossi’s powerful guest blog we shared last month. If you haven’t yet, it’s worth the read.

Today we’re turning the spotlight to Nasser—a young man in Morocco whom Gail has befriended and who is in urgent need of scoliosis surgery. His journey is one of courage, hope, and the power of human connection, and we’re hoping to rally a community of support around his healing.

Click the link below to learn more about Nasser and visit the GoFundMe page. Every share, donation, and kind thought makes a difference. 🧡

https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-nassers-lifechanging-surgery

01/10/2026

A new year invites us to slow down, reset, and begin again—with hopes for clarity, balance, and moments of joy along the way.

In that spirit, Martha’s latest blog post shares her Six for Twenty-Six: a thoughtfully curated list of favorite things designed to bring ease, calm, and comfort to the year ahead. Please enjoy her recommendations! Link to blog is below!

We’d love to know—which one speaks to you most? Or is there something you’d add to the list?

https://www.twistedoutreachproject.com/blog/2026/7/1/six-for-twenty-six

12/31/2025

Join Martha for a gentle movement class to bring in the NEW YEAR! Thursday, Jan 1st at 10amPT/1pmET. Free or by donation to support our non-profit. Email us at admin@twistedoutreachproject.ca to receive the zoom link!

12/22/2025

✨ Happy Holidays from all of us! ✨

We wish you a joyful, restful season filled with warmth and cheer, and a wonderful start to the new year ahead.

Please note our office will be closed starting today, Monday, December 22, and we will be back in office on Friday, January 2. Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to connecting in the new year!

12/20/2025

Our thirteenth TOPS 'Back Stories’ guest blog feature writer is Gail Rossi.

Gail shares her lifelong struggle with severe scoliosis, fusion surgery, and multiple revision surgeries later in life, which brought complications, setbacks, and hard-earned resilience.

Now, at 70 years of age, she channels that resilience into helping others — check out the full blog by clicking the link below!

https://www.twistedoutreachproject.com/resources/2025/25/11/gail-rossi

12/10/2025

’Tis the season of joy and peace — but it can also bring packed schedules and holiday stress. Taking a moment to connect with your community can make all the difference. Join us this Thursday for our third Fusion Forum or on Saturday for our Twisty Scoliosis Support Group! Both are conveniently online and offered at no cost.

Our Fusion Forum is this Thursday, December 11 at 1:00pm PT / 4:00pm ET and will focus on Stories of Revision Surgery. Facilitated by Martha Carter, each Forum features a few ‘fusioneers’ with impactful stories and learning to share, and finishes with a Q&A. Forums will be recorded and available for replay on the TOPS YouTube page.

The next Twisty Scoliosis Support Group is this Saturday, December 13 at 11:00am PT / 2:00pm ET. This supportive monthly conversation is hosted by Martha Carter and is not recorded. Links to register are below. We hope you can join us for one or both!

Fusion Forum: https://twistedoutreachproject.as.me/schedule/2bde1800/?appointmentTypeIds[]=70230127

Twisty Scoliosis Support Group: https://twistedoutreachproject.as.me/schedule/2bde1800/?appointmentTypeIds[]=68537358

12/02/2025

Today, on Giving Tuesday, we're asking for your help with a cause that’s close to our hearts — supporting people living with scoliosis and chronic back pain!

TOPS is one of the charity beneficiaries of the Giving Back Kindness (GBK) Foundation. GBK’s mission is simple but powerful: to help people live full lives even when faced with chronic spinal conditions like scoliosis.

Why this matters:
* About 2–3% of the world’s population has scoliosis. As many of us know, a curved and twisted spine can cause lifelong pain and mobility issues.
* The most common form—Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis—affects youth, and its cause is still unknown.
* Without access to specialized education and movement training, many people struggle to manage the condition, leading to chronic discomfort, fatigue, and emotional distress.

GBK’s work has already begun — and with your help, it can grow.

Your donation goes directly toward providing real tools, education, and hope for people who are living every day with spinal challenges. Every contribution, large or small, makes a difference. Click the link below to visit the donation portal.

https://www.twistedoutreachproject.com/giving-tuesday

Thank you for considering GBK for your giving this season!

11/26/2025

Are you ready to Give Back Kindness?

This Giving Tuesday, we’re asking for your support in raising funds for the 'Giving Back Kindness Foundation' (GBK), which provides scoliosis and spine health support for people in need. TOPS is proud to be one of its charity beneficiaries. Among other things, their support helps us ensure anyone can attend a scoliosis workshop or retreat, regardless of financial situation.

The GBK Foundation is one of the first of its kind in Canada, dedicated to helping people live healthy, vibrant lives even when faced with chronic spine conditions like scoliosis. Their mission:

- Raise awareness about the impacts of scoliosis and spinal fusion.
- Support health and wellness-related projects with a focus on back care and education.
- Contribute to long-term solutions for prevention, treatment, and support.�

Please consider giving to the GBK Foundation this Giving Tuesday. Click the link below to visit the donation portal.

https://www.twistedoutreachproject.com/giving-tuesday

As those of us with scoliosis and spinal fusion know, back pain is debilitating! Your kindness will help provide support, community, and relief to twisty people in need.

11/23/2025

We are thrilled to share our brand new Yoga Wall Series, featuring 13 great ways to use a yoga wall in-studio or at home.

These movements will give you new feedback and new information to help you sense your alignment and body in space in new ways. Each position has been chosen specifically with our scoliotic and fusioneer people in mind! Click the link below to watch the series on our YouTube page!

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGa_vQfjMiwGeYaEsquVACr_BySzz7sfT

Note: We will also be launching a new 'Yoga Wall' booklet soon with exercise descriptions, photos, set up instructions for the mobile 'at home' yoga wall pelvic swing, and more - email or message us if you'd like a free copy!

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