The Effect of the Inspiratory Muscle Training on Respiratory Parameters and Functional Capacity in Idiopathic Scoliosis
The Effect of the Inspiratory Muscle Training on Respiratory Parameters and Functional Capacity in Idiopathic Scoliosis
Scoliosis is the abnormality of the spine with direct effects on the shape and mechanics of
 the thoracic cage. Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) is the most common 3-dimensional
 deformity of the spine which can potentially affect respiratory function, exercise capacity
 as well as the performance of inspiratory and expiratory muscles. During growth morphological
 changes of thoracic cage affects the pulmonary tissues and functions. Respiratory functions
 shows negative changes due to Cobb angle, curve localization, number of vertebra and onset
 age in patient with scoliosis.

 Exercise approaches include respiratory training program and aim to improve respiratory
 functions.It is reported that respiratory muscle weakness is a potent contributor to
 pulmonary impairment in mild, moderate, and severe forms of scoliosis. Studies showed that
 exercise training and respiratory exercises may improve respiratory function and exercise
 capacity in patients with AIS. Thus the aim of this study was to investigate the effect of
 inspiratory muscle training on respiratory muscle strength, respiratory function and
 functional capacity in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis diagnosis

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  Documented diagnosis any of cardiopulmonary, neurological, orthopedic or mental
 disorders which may affect the assessment results.

 -  Subjects previously involved in exercise training or physiotherapy programs

 -  Subjects previously undertaken any of spinal surgeries.