HSP & Scoliosis

Question 1

2 distinct characteristics of HSP

Answer 1

1. significant trunk sway
2. neck retraction

Question 2

2 subjective info that clues into HSP

Answer 2

family hx of CP
full-term

Question 3

girls vs boys screened for scoliosis

Answer 3

girls: twice 10-12
boy: once 13-14

Question 4

what is the screen for scoliosis called?

Answer 4

Adam’s forward bend

Question 5

what degree of curve to be diagnosed?

Answer 5

10 deg

Question 6

naming convention of scoliosis

Answer 6

convex curve
double curve - bigger one

Question 7

3 factors that influence POC for scoliosis

Answer 7

sex
age (riser’s sign)
degree of curve

Question 8

treatment for scoliosis

Answer 8

Schroth
stretch concave
strengthen convex

Question 9

when is orthotic intervention considered vs implemented for scoliosis?

Answer 9

considered: 35 deg
implemented: 25-45 (around ~20)

Question 10

incidence of curves greater than 20

Answer 10

10%

Question 11

When should a screened middle
schooler be rechecked for scoliosis in
6 months?

Answer 11

5-9 deg

Question 12

what are the 3 main types of scoliosis?

Answer 12

1. Congenital
2. Neuromuscular
3. Idiopathic

Question 13

What is the most common cause of
Scoliosis?

Answer 13

idiopathic