Scoliosis

Question 1

scoliosis is not a diagnosis but is what?

Answer 1

a structural abnormality

Question 2

what is the Cobb angle required to be considered scoliosis?

Answer 2

10 degrees

Question 3

what is the directional named for?

Answer 3

the side of convexity

Question 4

does scoliosis present equally in both sexes?

Answer 4

yes

Question 5

what is the most common scoliosis?

Answer 5

right thoracic

Question 6

what is the least common scoliosis?

Answer 6

cervicothoracic

Question 7

what will be level with scoliosis?

Answer 7

eyes

Question 8

what side is the asymmetry on?

Answer 8

side of convexity

Question 9

scoliosis should be x-rayed in what position?

Answer 9

standing PA

Question 10

Cobb angle is formed by

Answer 10

lines parallel to superior to curve and inferior to curve

Question 11

what are some treatments for scoliosis?

Answer 11

PT for core stability and flexibility, OMT for pain management & compensatory changes, bracing to reduce progression

Question 12

when is a pt referred for surgical evaluation?

Answer 12

Cobb angle between 20-29 in premenarchal girl or boy between 12 and 14, progression of >5% in any pt, cobb angle >30 degrees

Question 13

what are some good exercises for individuals suffering from scoliosis?

Answer 13

stretching, isometric exercise, yoga, pilates, tai chi, and swimming

Question 14

who is most likely to progress?

Answer 14

females, those with cobb angles 20-29 degrees, double/triple curves more likely to progress, pts younger than 12 3x more likely

Question 15

what is the intent of bracing?

Answer 15

to prevent progression

Question 16

harrington rod corrects changes in coronal plane-why does this matter?

Answer 16

doesn’t fix sagittal or transverse