Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and back pain. Issue 1 (December 2016)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Balagué, Federico; Pellisé, Ferran
• Is Part Of: Scoliosis and spinal disorders. Volume 11:Issue 1(2016)
• Page Start: 1
• Page End: 15
• Publication Date: 2016-12
• Subjects: Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis -- Back pain -- Conservative management -- Surgical treatment -- Natural history; Scoliosis -- Periodicals; 616.73
• DOI: 10.1186/s13013-016-0086-7
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 2397-1789

Abstract

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.