Essex, Ryan ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3497-3137 and Dibley, Lesley ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7964-7672 (2024) Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: treatment outcomes, quality of life and implications for practice. Nursing Children and Young People, 37 (3). ISSN 2046-2336 (doi:10.7748/ncyp.2024.e1510)

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Abstract

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is the most common spinal disorder among children and adolescents, with most cases being diagnosed around puberty. While the majority of people with AIS do not undergo treatment, a small but significant number are treated, depending on the extent of their spinal curvature. Treatment typically involves bracing, which requires substantial adherence, and/or surgery, which is invasive and permanent. Furthermore, decisions about treatment often need to be made at a critical stage of the person’s development.

This article examines the evidence on AIS and its treatment, synthesising the current literature and drawing from the authors’ empirical work to explore the clinical outcomes of bracing and surgery, as well as the longer-term effects on people’s quality of life. Drawing from this evidence, the authors provide guidance for nurses and healthcare professionals who care for people with AIS.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	AIS, scoliosis, nursing, qualitative
Subjects:	R Medicine > R Medicine (General)
Faculty / School / Research Centre / Research Group:	Faculty of Education, Health & Human Sciences Faculty of Education, Health & Human Sciences > Institute for Lifecourse Development Faculty of Education, Health & Human Sciences > Institute for Lifecourse Development > Centre for Chronic Illness and Ageing Faculty of Education, Health & Human Sciences > Institute for Lifecourse Development > Centre for Professional Workforce Development Faculty of Education, Health & Human Sciences > School of Health Sciences (HEA)
Last Modified:	05 Jun 2025 13:31
URI:	http://gala.gre.ac.uk/id/eprint/44984

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