Kane W J, Brown J C, Hensinger R N, Keller R B
Am Fam Physician. 1978 May;17(5):123-7.
The onset of "idiopathic" scoliosis is gradual. It goes unnoticed by parent and child alike. The problem is often not detected until the curvature has progressed. Severe scoliosis has serious long-term systemic, cosmetic and psychologic effects. School-based screening programs are very effective in reducing the number of operations required. These programs can be carried out by school nurses, physical education teachers and volunteers who are trained by a knowledgeable physician. Brace treatment is successful when scoliosis is detected only.
“特发性”脊柱侧弯的发病是渐进性的。家长和孩子往往都没有注意到。这个问题通常直到侧弯进展时才被发现。严重的脊柱侧弯会产生严重的长期全身、外观和心理影响。基于学校的筛查项目在减少所需手术数量方面非常有效。这些项目可以由学校护士、体育教师以及接受过专业医生培训的志愿者来实施。支具治疗仅在脊柱侧弯被检测到时才会成功。
