Abstract
The role of physiotherapists in the treatment of scoliosis can be somewhat unclear and
sometimes controversial. Many therapists have little exposure to the treatment of this
condition4 5 which is in part related to the lack of education on spinal deformities at university
as well as the relatively low acceptance rate by scoliosis surgeons and specialists for the
inclusion of physiotherapy in the comprehensive management of scoliosis. Despite increasing
research supporting treatment, the number one reason given for this lack of inclusion is limited
evidence of efficacy.
This article seeks to review the diagnostic factors which influence physiotherapy treatment and
to review the known efficacy and role of physiotherapy in the treatment of Adolescent
Idiopathic Scoliosis.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | - |
| Journal | Orthopaedic Division Review |
| Volume | 29 |
| Issue number | 3 |
| Publication status | Published - 30 Sept 2016 |