Abstract
Background The Trunk Appearance Perception Scale (TAPS) is a valid instrument to assess self-perception of trunk deformity [1]. The SRS-22 has been widely used to measure Health Related Quality of Life in scoliosis population, but it is not clear which factors can influence its final score [2]. Children and parents can perceive trunk deformity differently, and discrepancy can be assessed with a coefficient of discrepancy (CD= TAPS major TAPS minor x 100/ TAPS major). We already found that the CD influences the SRS-22 score. However, the previous study included patients older than 18 years, both genders, and results were not reported according to age [3].
Highlights
The Trunk Appearance Perception Scale (TAPS) is a valid instrument to assess self-perception of trunk deformity [1]
Prospective study including 107 girls diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis, attending the clinic with their parents
A significant correlation was found between patients’ TAPS and SRS-subtotal, 1Institut Elena Salvà, Barcelona, Spain Full list of author information is available at the end of the article pain, self-image and mental health and between parents’ TAPS, function and treatment satisfaction in the SRS-22
Summary
The Trunk Appearance Perception Scale (TAPS) is a valid instrument to assess self-perception of trunk deformity [1]. The SRS-22 has been widely used to measure Health Related Quality of Life in scoliosis population, but it is not clear which factors can influence its final score [2]. Children and parents can perceive trunk deformity differently, and discrepancy can be assessed with a coefficient of discrepancy (CD= TAPS major - TAPS minor x 100/ TAPS major). We already found that the CD influences the SRS-22 score. The previous study included patients older than 18 years, both genders, and results were not reported according to age [3]. Aim The aim of this new study is to confirm previous results, in a larger sample size, including only girls from 10 to 18 years of age (adolescents)
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