Case Report on Conservative Treatment of Early Onset Scoliosis
Author Information
Author(s): Hans-Rudolf Weiss
Primary Institution: Asklepios Katharina Schroth Spinal Deformities Rehabilitation Centre, Bad Sobernheim, Germany
Hypothesis
Can conservative treatment improve cosmetic appearance in patients with early onset scoliosis while the curve progresses radiologically?
Conclusion
Conservative treatment may improve cosmetic appearance while the curve progresses radiologically.
Supporting Evidence
- The Cobb angle increased from 60° to 74° thoracic and from 59° to 65° lumbar after treatment.
- The angle of trunk rotation improved from 13° to 12° thoracic and from 13° to 5° lumbar.
- Lateral deviation improved from 22.4 mm to 4.6 mm.
Takeaway
A girl with scoliosis got better looking even though her spine got worse on the X-ray. This shows that sometimes how we look can change even if the problem isn't fixed.
Methodology
The patient underwent conservative treatment including outpatient exercises, inpatient rehabilitation, and the Chêneau brace over a period of 27 months.
Limitations
The study is based on a single case report, limiting generalizability.
Participant Demographics
The patient was a 13-year-old girl with early onset scoliosis.
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