OBJECTIVE: To learn about the experiences of adolescents diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis. METHOD: Integrative review of the literature published within a specified time frame. RESULTS: For both sexes, the predominant clinical symptom of this condition appears to be the negative effect that the deformity exerts on perceived self-image. Quantitative studies used numerical scores to assess perceptions of body image but did not analyse emotional aspects. Patients treated surgically were found to have a better self-image than patients treated with a brace. Quality of life was improved by a reduction in the magnitude of the curve. CONCLUSION: Spinal deformity exerts a psychological effect on adolescent girls.
OBJECTIVE: To learn about the experiences of adolescents diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis. METHOD: Integrative review of the literature published within a specified time frame. RESULTS: For both sexes, the predominant clinical symptom of this condition appears to be the negative effect that the deformity exerts on perceived self-image. Quantitative studies used numerical scores to assess perceptions of body image but did not analyse emotional aspects. Patients treated surgically were found to have a better self-image than patients treated with a brace. Quality of life was improved by a reduction in the magnitude of the curve. CONCLUSION:Spinal deformity exerts a psychological effect on adolescent girls.
Authors: Mark Wetterkamp; Meinald T Thielsch; Georg Gosheger; Patrick Boertz; Jan Henrik Terheyden; Tobias L Schulte Journal: Eur Spine J Date: 2016-12-01 Impact factor: 3.134