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Objectives. The purpose of this research was to establish, if the Schroth-3D Teletherapy program can be a solution in Scoliosis Therapy. The study objectives were to observe and evaluate, the progress index, within a scoliosis rehabilitation program, a group of 10 patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, 5 following the program according to the Schroth-3D method held in the rehabilitation center and 5 following the program according to the Schroth-3D method held in a teletherapy program. Methods. Scoliosis is a three-dimensional (3D) deformity of the spine, being characterized by one or more lateral curves, visible in the frontal plane, accompanied by the rotation of the vertebrae, which occurs most often during the period of growth, even before puberty. The peculiarity of scoliosis is that there is no scoliosis without vertebral rotation. Medical statistics state that in 90% of cases, the factors that cause scoliosis are not known exactly. Schroth-3D Method is the most recognized and respected method, based on a complex of personalized physical exercises, for the treatment of scoliosis. Within the Schroth-3D Method, the treatment program includes specific exercises for scoliosis and breathing techniques, the objectives of the method being to avoid surgery, stabilization of spinal corrections in three dimensions with an increase of respiratory function and restoring muscle symmetry. Teletherapy is a therapy service offered by an accredited physiotherapist who, through a video / sound connection, leads a personalized recovery program to the patient's home. Through a secure platform, the physiotherapist and the patient can interact in the same way as in a traditional face-to-face therapeutic session, held in a rehabilitation center. Results. The study showed better progress for the group that followed the Schroth-3D Method than the group that followed the Schroth-3D Teletherapy program. Conclusions. We believe that the Schroth-3D Teletherapy program can be a solution, within the Schroth-3D Method, only for specific exercises at home, but not a sole solution for the rehabilitation of scoliosis. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
