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Scoliosis and Spinal Disorders
Published in: Scoliosis and Spinal Disorders 1/2016

Open Access 01-12-2016 | Review

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and back pain

Authors: Federico Balagué, Ferran Pellisé

Published in: Scoliosis and Spinal Disorders | Issue 1/2016

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Abstract

This broad narrative review addresses the relationship between adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) and back pain. AIS can be responsible for low back pain, particularly major cases. However, a linear relationship between back pain and the magnitude of the deformity cannot be expected for any individual patient. A large number of juvenile patients can remain pain-free. The long-term prognosis is rather benign for many cases and thus a tailored approach to the individual patient seems mandatory. The level of evidence available does not allow stringent recommendations for any of the disorders included in this review.
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Metadata
Title
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and back pain
Authors
Federico Balagué
Ferran Pellisé
Publication date
01-12-2016
Publisher
BioMed Central
Published in
Scoliosis and Spinal Disorders / Issue 1/2016
Electronic ISSN: 2397-1789
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1186/s13013-016-0086-7

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