OBJECTIVE METHODS FOR EVALUATING THE EFFECTIVENESS OF PHYSICAL THERAPY IN ADOLESCENTS WITH SCOLIOTIC POSTURAL DISORDERS: CURRENT STATE AND APPLICATION PROSPECTS

Abstract

The correction of scoliotic posture in adolescents remains a relevant challenge in physical therapy; however, no less important is the objective evaluation of intervention effectiveness, which plays a decisive role in evidence-based practice and the individualization of rehabilitation programs. This article presents a comprehensive overview of current instrumental and standardized methods for assessing the musculoskeletal status of patients with postural disorders. Particular attention is given to key diagnostic indicators used to monitor therapeutic progress, including stabilometric parameters, 3D posture symmetry analysis, biomechanical gait characteristics, electromyographic activity of trunk stabilizers, and standardized quality-of-life questionnaires.

The article outlines the main challenges faced by physical therapists in school and outpatient settings, such as the absence of clear effectiveness criteria, limited integration of instrumental assessment methods, and difficulties in objectifying the outcomes of short-term interventions. The need for implementing combined monitoring approaches based on recent advances in functional diagnostics and tailored to the needs of adolescents is substantiated.

In conclusion, the article emphasizes the importance of standardizing assessment strategies for evaluating the effectiveness of physical therapy in scoliosis. This standardization is crucial for improving clinical outcomes, increasing patient motivation, and ensuring the evidence-based foundation of rehabilitation programs.