Foundation Knowledge in Scoliosis and Structural Spinal Disorders

The Base Level course is an online educational program designed for healthcare professionals seeking a foundational understanding of scoliosis and other structural spinal disorders. It provides the essential knowledge required to participate effectively in the multidisciplinary management of patients with spinal deformities and serves as the entry point to the Rigo Concept PSSE certification pathway.

The course consists of approximately 40 pre-recorded lectures, each lasting 10–15 minutes, with a total study time of approximately 8–10 hours. Participants may complete the course at their own pace over a four-month period.

For physiotherapists intending to progress to the Level 1 Rigo Concept PSSE course, successful completion of the Base Level course is required no later than two weeks prior to the commencement of Level 1.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Base Level course, participants will be able to:

• Understand the etiology, pathogenesis, and three-dimensional nature of scoliosis and other structural spinal disorders.
• Describe the morphological alterations of the spine and trunk in both the sagittal and coronal planes.
• Conduct a comprehensive clinical history and functional assessment of patients with scoliosis.
• Recognize and classify common structural spinal disorders and establish an appropriate clinical diagnosis.
• Interpret quality-of-life measures commonly used in scoliosis management.
• Analyze and interpret radiological investigations using contemporary digital assessment tools.
• Understand the principles, indications, and limitations of non-surgical treatment approaches, including physiotherapeutic scoliosis-specific exercises (PSSE) and bracing.
• Appreciate the role of scientific evidence in guiding conservative scoliosis management.
• Apply the principles outlined in the SOSORT Guidelines for Clinical Practice.

After the Basic level has been successfully completed, physiotherapists may go forward to Level 1.