PHYSIOTHERAPY REHABILITATION IN YOUNG PATIENT WITH IDIOPATHIC SCOLIOSIS

Abstract

The cause of scoliosis is unknown. Males and females have almost the same rate of scoliosis; however, females have a 10-fold higher chance of curve progression. While many with scoliosis may not experience serious complications, it can lead to rib deformity and respiratory compromise, as well as cosmetic issues and emotional discomfort in some patients. However, it is the most common spinal deformity in adolescents. Physiotherapy Rehabilitation helps in correcting the deformity if functional deformity. A 20 year old female presented with dorso-lumbar scoliosis, L 4 – L5 disc bulge, Sacralization of L5 S1 diagnosed as adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. She had decreased muscular strength of back muscles, abdominals and pelvic floor muscles. She also complaint of radiating pain with tingling numbness in both lower limbs with restricted range of motion. Multiple tender points were present throughout her spinal musculature with muscle tightness. The Adam's forward bent test and a scoliometer calculation will help direct the use of radiologic tests for Cobb angle measurement and orthopaedic referrals. Proper conservative management with Prompt physical therapy which leads to achieve functional goals .The case report suggests that prompt structured physical rehabilitation led to improving functional goals progressively and significantly which is a major aspect leading to a successful recovery and better living.