The Use of Thoraco-lumbo-sacral Orthoses (TLSOs) in the Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS)

The Use of TLSOs in the Treatment of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Prospective, Randomized Controlled Study

The purpose of this study is to compare the risk of curve progression in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis for subjects treated with bracing as compared to those without bracing.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Confirmed Diagnosis of AIS
• Age ≥10, ≤15 years old
• Risser 0, 1 or 2
• Primary Cobb angle between 20 and 40 degrees (inclusive)
• Apex (of at least one of the primary curves) caudal to T7
• Pre-menarchal OR post-menarchal by ≤1 year
• Physical and mental ability to adhere to bracing protocol

Exclusion Criteria:

• Diagnosis of other musculoskeletal or developmental illnesses possibly responsible for the curvature
• A history of previous surgical or orthotic treatment
• Inability to read and understand Chinese