Impact of Baseline HRQOL on Brace-Related Stress in Female Patients with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Longitudinal Retrospective Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Brace treatment is an essential nonoperative strategy to prevent curve progression in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS), yet it can cause substantial psychological stress. However, few studies have investigated factors associated with brace-related psychological stress. This study aimed to evaluate the association between pre-bracing health-related quality of life (HRQOL) and brace-related psychological stress during treatment.

Methods

This study retrospectively analyzed female patients with AIS aged 10-15 years who initiated brace treatment at a single center. Inclusion criteria were a baseline Cobb angle of 20-40°, initiation of full-time bracing, and completion of standardized questionnaires. Baseline assessments included demographic and radiographic data

SUBMITTER: Asada T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12696469 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature