Spine & Self · Community stories

Someone out there might need your story.

The first day in a brace. A small win. Something you wish people understood. Your everyday experience could help someone else feel less alone.

A conversation first. Publication only with your approval.

A., 17, Poland

My first appointment on my own

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01Let’s start with a little of your story

A few sentences are enough to begin. You don’t need to be a writer or have it all figured out.

Not sure where to start?

What do you wish you’d known at the beginning?
What does an ordinary day look like for you?
Who or what has helped you along the way?

Your story80–6,000 characters. Share only what feels comfortable.Please leave out medical records, addresses, exact school or clinic names, and other people’s private details.

02A little about you

So we can understand your perspective and get in touch privately.

Storyteller’s nameThis stays private unless we later agree on how you would like to be credited. Contact email Storyteller’s age groupAges 13–15 can send a private draft without guardian approval now. We will ask for guardian approval before publication. Your connection to scoliosis If your story were published, how would you prefer to be named?

03Your story, your choice Website

Before you submit

I agree that the Tina team may use the contact details supplied here to discuss this submission. This is separate from marketing emails.I am at least 13 and explicitly agree that Tina may use the health information I include only to review and discuss this private draft. I can withdraw this agreement by emailing hello@tinathebrace.com.I have read Tina’s privacy and understand that nothing will be published without separate final approval. If I am under 16, Tina will also ask my parent or legal guardian for approval before publication.

This form is not monitored for medical or emergency support. Please contact your care team or local emergency service if you need urgent help.

What happens next

The Tina team reads your submission privately.
If it feels like a fit, we get in touch to shape the story together.
You approve the words, name, and any photo before anything goes live.

A conversation first. Publication only with your approval.