Exercise Prescription Guidelines for Schroth Training in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) affects 0.5%–5% of adolescents, making it the most common spinal deformity in this age group.
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The systematic review included 15 randomized controlled trials with 620 participants, demonstrating significant Cobb angle improvements with Schroth exercises.
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Moderate exercise frequency (3–4 sessions/week) and medium duration (46–75 min) were identified as optimal for improving Cobb angles in AIS.
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Secondary outcomes showed significant improvements in trunk rotation and cosmetic appearance perception, while postural stability effects were non-significant.
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Further prospective studies are needed to validate these findings and explore long-term effectiveness and patient adherence in diverse healthcare contexts.

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