Introduction: Scoliosis is defined as three-dimensional torsional deformity of spine and trunk, which causes a lateral curvature in the frontal plane, an axial rotation in transversal plane and changes in the sagittal profile of the spine. If left untreated can cause severe
trunk deformities, which limit the capacity and functional biomechanics of the chest, exercise capacity, general fitness and ability to work, all factors related with impairment on quality of life. Spinal braces relieve asymmetric loading in the spine and prevent asymetricc growth and progression of the deformity.
Purpose: The purpose of this thesis is to present scoliosis and treatment. The aim of the diploma work is to present corrective spinal orthosis, biomechanical characteristics, efficiency and manufacturing.
Methods:The diploma work was written on the basis of a review of professional literature, which included the procedures for manufacturing an orthosis, after which we manufacture an orthosis. The diploma thesis also includes case report. We have described the procedures of taking the measures, manufacturing a corrective spinal orthosis, checking orthosis, final fabrication and acceptance, which was made on the basis of observation of orthotics and prosthetics at work. The effectiveness of the orthosis was checked on the basis of X-rays and measurements of the Cobb angle and measurements made with a scoliometer before and when using an orthosis.
Results: After one month of wearing the orthosis for 16-20 hours a day, we achieved the disired success. The initial measurement of the Cobb angle was 26° and the second measurement was 8°. The scoliometer measurement was initialy 7°and the second measurement was 0°. For long-term success, it is necessary to wear orthosis as much as possible, since the spine must remain in corrected position untill the end of growth.
Discussion and conclusion: With manufacturing orthosis we achieved the
desired result. Based on the results, it can be concluded that treatment of scoliosis with
corrective spinal orthosis in appropriate.
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