Predictive analysis of the scoliotic curve using a subject’s 3D model

Abstract

A predictive analysis of the conservative scoliosis treatment is necessary, in which a 3D model of an optimal treatment algorithm is a basic part in the design of a prosthetic corset. Since CAD technology has proven to be very useful in the field of prosthetics and orthotics, we used an open-source software to plan the correction of the scoliotic curve on a virtual model of the subject’s torso. The shape of the scoliosis was simplified by means of a directional polygon, which was drawn in a reverse manner depending on the directional arcs of the scoliotic curve. The resulting scoliosis correction, simulated in a predictive analysis, was defined by changing the Cobb angle, eccentricity, and torso height. With the proposed low-cost method of predictive analysis, it is possible to help CPOs to a more accurate and effective design of orthoses and corrective aids and to comprehensively determine the entire treatment procedure.