Rehabilitation of the adolescent patient with idiopathic scoliosis through physical therapy methods

Rehabilitation of the adolescent patient with idiopathic scoliosis through physical therapy methods

This paper aims to demonstrate the importance of physical therapy within a rehabilitation program for patients with idiopathic scoliosis. Due to its frequency and the difficulties, it creates—particularly those related to performing daily activities—this condition is becoming increasingly common in society, making it difficult for affected individuals to carry out various tasks.

The purpose of this study is to support the recovery of patients with this condition. The general objective of rehabilitation is to help the patient recover in the shortest possible time, prevent physical discomfort, and, most importantly, stop the progression of the disease.

Following the initial and final assessments, we were able to collect the results presented in this paper and formulate the final conclusions of the study.

The reason for choosing this topic is that a significant part of the population is affected by this condition, and through physical therapy we can improve and correct this problem.

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