Scoliosis

Emerging Trends in Research

Scoliosis is one of the most common spinal deformities, characterized by an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine. In recent years, Early Onset Scoliosis (EOS) has gained significant attention among researchers. Recent investigations reveal that scientific focus has extended beyond therapeutic approaches to include the patterns of scholarly publication and the impact of scientific sources in this field.

Research Trends in Scoliosis

  • A retrospective review of studies published between 2005 and 2020 identified 1,818 scientific articles on Early Onset Scoliosis. The greatest growth in publications was observed in topics related to implants and surgical techniques (Murphy, 2024).
  • A bibliometric analysis indicated that the United States leads in scholarly output on scoliosis, accounting for 33.36% of publications. Additionally, the journal Spine was identified as the most frequently publishing journal in this domain (Guler et al., 2020).

Key Articles in EOS Literature

  • An analysis of the 100 most-cited articles on EOS highlighted the pivotal role of journals such as Journal of Paediatric Orthopaedics and Spine in advancing knowledge in this field (Munigangaiah & Mirza, 2024).
  • Classical contributions by authors such as Lenke and Harrington have been instrumental in shaping modern understanding of spinal deformities and effective treatment strategies (Skovrlj et al., 2014).
Therapeutic Approaches in Early Onset Scoliosis
  • Conservative treatments, such as physiotherapy and bracing, are commonly recommended as first-line interventions since they may reduce the need for surgical procedures in certain patients (Shakil et al., 2014).
Despite significant advancements in the management of Early Onset Scoliosis, many experts believe that a deeper understanding of its underlying causes and pathophysiology could further enhance therapeutic methods and patient outcomes. Future research in this field is moving toward personalized and targeted interventions tailored to the specific characteristics of each patient.