In this episode of the Get Back To It Podcast, we hear the inspiring journey of 14-year-old athlete Maeve Danaher from Chicago, Illinois. A dedicated competitive swimmer, Maeve’s life changed dramatically when she was diagnosed with double scoliosis — one curve measuring 70 degrees and another at 60. Facing a 10-hour spinal fusion surgery, Maeve’s determination and courage were tested in ways she never imagined. Maeve opens up about the emotional toll of preparing for major surgery, the chall...
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In this episode of the Get Back To It Podcast, we hear the inspiring journey of 14-year-old athlete Maeve Danaher from Chicago, Illinois. A dedicated competitive swimmer, Maeve’s life changed dramatically when she was diagnosed with double scoliosis — one curve measuring 70 degrees and another at 60. Facing a 10-hour spinal fusion surgery, Maeve’s determination and courage were tested in ways she never imagined. Maeve opens up about the emotional toll of preparing for major surgery, the chall...
Ballet, Back Braces, and Bravery: Strength Behind the Spotlight
Get Back To It
39 minutes
4 months ago
Ballet, Back Braces, and Bravery: Strength Behind the Spotlight
At just 11 years old, a young dancer was diagnosed with scoliosis—a condition that progressed rapidly, eventually requiring a 15-level spinal fusion. In this inspiring episode, she shares her journey through bracing and the challenges of adolescence, all while holding onto her dream of dancing. Hear how she reclaimed her strength, rediscovered her rhythm, and now performs on some of the world’s biggest stages—with rods in her spine and resilience in her heart. Support the show
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In this episode of the Get Back To It Podcast, we hear the inspiring journey of 14-year-old athlete Maeve Danaher from Chicago, Illinois. A dedicated competitive swimmer, Maeve’s life changed dramatically when she was diagnosed with double scoliosis — one curve measuring 70 degrees and another at 60. Facing a 10-hour spinal fusion surgery, Maeve’s determination and courage were tested in ways she never imagined. Maeve opens up about the emotional toll of preparing for major surgery, the chall...
