Return to Sport After Posterior Spinal Fusion in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Systematic Review and Clinical Recommendations
The American Journal of Sports Medicine
Published online on January 19, 2026
Abstract
The American Journal of Sports Medicine, Volume 54, Issue 5, Page 1258-1267, April 2026.
Background:Return to sport (RTS) after posterior spinal fusion (PSF) for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a critical patient-centered outcome, yet evidence-based guidelines remain limited. This systematic review synthesizes existing literature on ...
Background:Return to sport (RTS) after posterior spinal fusion (PSF) for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a critical patient-centered outcome, yet evidence-based guidelines remain limited. This systematic review synthesizes existing literature on ...