Moiré topography as a screening and diagnostic tool—A systematic review

MK Labecka, M Plandowska - PloS one, 2021 - journals.plos.org
Diagnostic investigation can be carried out using non-radiological and non-contact methods.
Moiré topography (MT) seems to be a viable alternative to radiographic research in …

Reliability and validity of scoliosis measurements obtained with surface topography techniques: A systematic review

X Su, R Dong, Z Wen, Y Liu - Journal of Clinical Medicine, 2022 - mdpi.com
Background. Surface topography (ST) is one of the methods in scoliosis assessment. This
study aimed to systematically review the reliability and validity of the ST measurements for …

A reliability and validity study for Scolioscan: a radiation-free scoliosis assessment system using 3D ultrasound imaging

YP Zheng, TTY Lee, KKL Lai, BHK Yip… - Scoliosis and spinal …, 2016 - Springer
Background Radiographic evaluation for patients with scoliosis using Cobb method is the
current gold standard, but radiography has radiation hazards. Several groups have recently …

Validation of scolioscan air-portable radiation-free three-dimensional ultrasound imaging assessment system for scoliosis

KKL Lai, TTY Lee, MKS Lee, JCH Hui, YP Zheng - Sensors, 2021 - mdpi.com
To diagnose scoliosis, the standing radiograph with Cobb's method is the gold standard for
clinical practice. Recently, three-dimensional (3D) ultrasound imaging, which is radiation …

Reliability of the DIERS Formetric 4D spine shape parameters in adults without postural deformities

BF Degenhardt, Z Starks… - BioMed research …, 2020 - Wiley Online Library
The DIERS formetric 4D provides a safe method to monitor and track the progression of
postural deformities over time. However, further evaluation of reliability is necessary …

A reliability and validity study for different coronal angles using ultrasound imaging in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

RC Brink, SPJ Wijdicks, IN Tromp, TPC Schlösser… - The Spine Journal, 2018 - Elsevier
Abstract Background Context Radiation exposure remains a big concern in adolescent
idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). Ultrasound imaging of the spine could significantly reduce or …

Meta-analysis of the validity and reliability of rasterstereographic measurements of spinal posture

NL Krott, M Wild, M Betsch - European Spine Journal, 2020 - Springer
Objective We provide a meta-analysis for clinicians and researchers regarding reliability and
validity of rasterstereographic measurement of the spinal posture. Method A comprehensive …

Accuracy of 3D surface scanners for clinical torso and spinal deformity assessment

CA Grant, M Johnston, CJ Adam, JP Little - Medical engineering & physics, 2019 - Elsevier
Externally visible deformities are cosmetic features of great concern for Adolescent
Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) patients. Current assessment techniques for AIS do not fully …

Emerging techniques in diagnostic imaging for idiopathic scoliosis in children and adolescents: a review of the literature

S Girdler, B Cho, CM Mikhail, ZB Cheung, N Maza… - World neurosurgery, 2020 - Elsevier
Traditionally, full spine standing radiographs have been the reference standard for
diagnostic imaging in adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). However, recent advances in …

Radiation in spine deformity: state-of-the-art reviews

AN Larson, BA Schueler, J Dubousset - Spine deformity, 2019 - Elsevier
Abstract Study Design/Methods Review article. Objectives This article will provide an
overview regarding measurement of radiation exposure and effects on patients with spinal …