Journal of rehabilitation medicine.
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis,. Uppsala, Sweden : Medical Journals Sweden AB
Frequency: Annual, 2022-
Country: Sweden
Language: English
Author(s):
European Board of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine.
Start Year:2001 -
ISSN:
1650-1977 (Print)
1651-2081 (Electronic)
1650-1977 (Linking)
1651-2081 (Electronic)
1650-1977 (Linking)
Impact Factor
3.5
2022
| NLM ID: | 101088169 |
| (OCoLC): | 45882557 |
| LCCN: | 2001252026 |
| Classification: | W1 SC153N |
Pulmonary Function and Aerobic Capacity Responses to Equine Assisted Therapy in Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Idiopathic scoliosis is a common spinal malalignment that negatively impacts the respiratory system and physical conditioning in adolescents. Equine-assisted therapy comprises therapeutic horseback riding that optimizes physical performance and mobility in a range of contexts. However, the influence of equine-assisted therapy on pulmonary function remains unclear. Objective: To examine the impact of 10 weeks of hippotherapy combined with Schroth exercises on pulmonary function and aerobic capacity in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Methods: A randomized controlled trial including 45 pat...