TY  - JOUR
TI  - A Historical Perspective of the Management of
Scoliosis
AB  - Efforts to treat spinal deformity have a long and fascinating history. The ancient Greek physicians Hippocrates and Galen
are credited with early descriptions of the condition, management, and the term scoliosis, though even earlier references
are seen in Hindu epics. The first known treatment techniques used axial traction and pressure. Subsequent cast correction
required fixation of the pelvis and flattening of lumbar lordosis. Bracing superseded traction as the primary means to treat
spinal deformities in the 1900s. The first spinal fusion surgery was performed in the 20th century. Scoliosis treatment was
greatly improved with the recognition of the 3-dimensional nature of scoliosis and its symptoms. Advances in nonsurgical
treatment alternatives included the Milwaukee brace and the subsequent development of underarm plastic braces, such as the
Boston brace, the Wilmington brace, and the Chêneau brace. Today, treatment options include bracing, and scoliosis-specific
exercises selected according to the curve type and severity, in addition to surgery.
AU  - bek, nilgün
AU  - gur, gozde
DO  - 10.14744/etd.2022.23682
PY  - 2022
JO  - Erciyes Medical Journal
VL  - 44
IS  - 4
SN  - 2149-2247
SP  - 439
EP  - 446
DB  - TRDizin
UR  - http://search/yayin/detay/536000
ER  -