Schroth Exercise Versus Functional Electrical Stimulation in Adolescent With Spinal Deformities

Schroth Exercise Versus Functional Electrical Stimulation in Adolescent With Spinal Deformities

Abnormal spinal curvature can occur as a result of neurologic, orthopedic or idiopathic factors. The role of physiotherapy is not only to prevent intrinsic changes that may occur in the spine but also be used to correct postural abnormalities. this study will investigate the impact of Schroth Exercise compared to Functional Electrical Stimulation in Adolescent With Spinal Deformities (scoliosis and or kyphosis).

Inclusion Criteria:

• Children in this group will be healthy category according to CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) growth chart which ranged from BMI-for-age 5th to 85th percentiles .
• All children are normal &perform all activities of daily living
• They were able to understand and follow verbal commands and instructions included in the testing procedures.

Exclusion Criteria:

• All of them could be part of recreational activities in their public schools but no competitive sports.
• Children who participated in any regular sport activities involving the lower extremities will be excluded.
• None of them had any surgical intervention .
• None of them had any history of other musculoskeletal deformities or neuromuscular disorders.
• They had neither visual, auditory defect.