Effects of core stabilization exercises on pulmonary function, respiratory muscle strength, peripheral muscle strength, functional capacity and perceived appearance in children with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis: A randomized controlled trial

This is an evaluator-blinded, randomized controlled trial. A total of 30 patients were randomly allocated to either a training group or a control group.

The training group received core stabilization exercises in addition to the traditional scoliosis exercises for 8 weeks. The control group only received the traditional scoliosis exercises for 8 weeks. Spirometry, maximal inspiratory and expiratory pressures, 6 minutes walking test (6 MWT), peripheral muscle strength, and The Walter Reed Visual Assessment Scale (WRVAS) were assessed at the beginning and end of the study.