Forces During Exercises in Scoliosis Patients with Fiberglass Braces
Author Information
Author(s): Michele Romano, Roberta Carabalona, Silvia Petrilli, Paolo Sibilla, Stefano Negrini
Primary Institution: ISICO (Italian Scientific Spine Institute)
Hypothesis
To quantify and compare the forces exerted by scoliosis patients in fiberglass braces during exercises.
Conclusion
Exercises in the brace allow additional forces to be applied on soft tissues and presumably on the spine.
Supporting Evidence
- Kyphotization and rotation exercises produced a significant increase in pressure.
- The 'escape from the pad' exercise did not produce significant variation of pressure.
- Different exercises can be chosen to obtain different actions on the spine.
Takeaway
This study looked at how different exercises can help scoliosis patients in braces by applying more pressure to their spine.
Methodology
The study measured pressure exerted by a brace on scoliosis patients during various exercises using a pressure distribution measurement system.
Limitations
The study was performed shortly after the brace was made, which may affect the results.
Participant Demographics
14 female and 3 male patients aged 12 to 17 with idiopathic scoliosis.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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