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Pre-operative physical rehab improves function and cardio-respiratory status in AIS
September 2015
Pre-operative physical rehab improves function and cardio-respiratory status in AIS
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Long-term impact of pre-operative physical rehabilitation protocol on the 6-min walk test of patients with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: A randomized clinical trial
Rev Port Pneumol (2006). 2015 May-Jun;21(3):138-43Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
50 patients diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) undergoing surgical correction of the spine were randomized into two groups, one of which received a 4-month physical rehabilitation program prior to surgery, and one that acted as a control. The purpose was to determine the effects of preoperative rehabilitation on cardiopulmonary function and physical endurance as assessed by the 6...
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