Level 2 course with Borislav Chongov in Sofia, Bulgaria

Level 2 of the Rigo Concept successfully completed – for the first time in Bulgaria! From July 26th to 30th, the second level of the Rigo Concept training was held as part of the Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School (BSPTS) program. The course coincided with Scoliosis Awareness Month – a time dedicated to education, support, and professional development in the treatment of spinal deformities.

For the first time in Bulgaria, this specialized course brought together some of the most highly trained physiotherapists in the country, including participants who had completed Level 1 back in 2019, when Dr. Manuel Rigo, the founder of the concept, was a lecturer. This is the only course in Bulgaria where children with scoliosis actively participate, receiving care from highly qualified therapists.

The training was primarily practical, with therapists working both with each other and directly with children – using real cases and approaches based on the clinically and radiographically confirmed Rigo classification. Special focus was placed on the expansion technique, originating from asymmetrical rotational breathingdeveloped by Katharina Schroth, and later refined by Dr. Manuel Rigo, Nuria Puigdevall, and Monica Villagrasa. This technique is a key component in treating spinal deformities and requires precise, hands-on training. The children participating in the course received individualized therapy programs, which were presented to them and their families as a kind of practical exam for the therapists.

A heartfelt thank you to all the participants and lecturers for their trust and dedication! #ScoliosisAwareness #RigoConcept #BSPTS #PhysicalTherapy #ScoliosisBulgaria