Spine physiotherapy in Geneva - Spinal deformities
What is spinal deformity rehabilitation?
A spinal deformity is the result of a structural change in the alignment of the spine.
What are spinal deformities?
For growing children, the main spinal deformities are scoliosis and Scheuermann's kyphosis . In adults, they are degenerative scoliosis and spondylolisthesis.
Rehabilitation of spinal deformities is specific to each pathology. A meticulous physiotherapeutic assessment is required to implement therapeutic strategies tailored to each patient.
What are the benefits of spinal rehabilitation?
Physiotherapy of the spine helps to stabilize deformities and avoid more complex treatments. Rehabilitation can alsoimprove posture andaesthetics, reduce pain andenhance patients'quality of life .
The exercises proposed by the physiotherapist are based on theanalysis of complementary examinations and the measurements taken during the assessment: sagittal balance, pelvic parameter, postural assessment, mobility, strength and balance tests.
From the very first sessions, the patient takes part in his or her rehabilitation program and is given advice on how to correct his or her daily activities.
