Body image is not simply the perception of appearance. It is a multi-faceted construct that requires attention in scoliosis. Body image is defined as ‘a multidimensional psychological experience of embodiment that comprises evaluative thoughts, beliefs, feelings, behaviors’. It is strongly related to self esteem and quality of life. Adolescence is a period marked by important
Idiopathic Scoliosis (IS) is a three-dimensional deformity of the spine. It is characterised by a lateral curve with a Cobb angle fo 10 degrees or more. Bracing is one type of conservative therapy used for scoliosis. There are many different brace designs. They all have the same objective: to restore the normal contours and alignment
For years there has been the dogma of ‘no evidence’ about the efficacy of bracing and specific exercises for scoliosis. We have recently overcome the bracing dogma. We now have evidence that bracing is effective as a conservative treatment for scoliosis. Unfortunately the dogma against the benefits of Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis Specific Exercises (PSSE) for scoliosis still
Does AIS have a single cause or multiple causes all with the same end result? Why are there so many similarities between AIS patients, yet we still don’t have a cure? This question is the basis for so much research into scoliosis. However, the answer people select has consequences in the design of research. For
What does the research say? Schroth physiotherapy is specific therapy for scoliosis. In the research they sometimes fall under the name ‘Physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercises’ or PSSE. Recent research is providing more and more support for PSSE for adolescents and adults with idiopathic scoliosis. One of the most recent studies on Schroth specifically for adolescent idiopathic
How does scoliosis progress with age? Idiopathic scoliosis (IS) may develop any time during adolescence. However, it most commonly appears during periods of growth spurt. These growth spurts in life are generally between: 6 and 24 months, 5 and 8 years and 11 and 14 years. The most important and rapid growth spurt relevant to
When should a child be weaned off a brace? Bracing for scoliosis can be a useful treatment method. Combined with scoliosis exercises, bracing is a treatment method that is used by some of our patients. So, when and how should a child be weaned off the brace? Consensus in this area does not really exist
Signs to look out for Scoliosis Rosemary Marchese – Physiotherapist and Certified Schroth Physiotherapist for Scoliosis 1. Family history of scoliosis Scoliosis tends to run in families, but not always. If there is a family history than it’s important to watch for signs of scoliosis in your child. 2. Changes in posture Sometimes scoliosis can be
Types of Idiopathic Scoliosis By Rosemary Marchese There are different types of classifications that have been proposed when it comes to scoliosis. The type of classification can vary depending on the purpose. Scoliosis classifications are provided below in table 1 and 2, according to the current SOSORT guidelines published in 2018. The Cobb angle is
The Natural History of Idiopathic Scoliosis Rosemary Marchese – Physiotherapist and Certified Schroth Physiotherapist for Scoliosis Idiopathic scoliosis (IS) may develop at any time during childhood and adolescence. It most commonly appears in periods of growth spurts. Growth spurts in life tend to be: First few months of life between 6 and 24 months Between 5