June 21: Calculating the Cobb Angle
- tsapscoliosis
- Jul 10, 2022
- 1 min read
The Cobb angle is used to measure the curve degree in a scoliosis spine. The curve degree will determine what treatment is best. Let's look at how to calculate the Cobb angle in the slideshow below!
References:
Cobb Angle Used to Measure Scoliosis Curves. https://www.spine-health.com/ conditions/scoliosis/cobb-angle-used-measure-scoliosis-curves (accessed June 26, 2022).
Measurement of Scoliosis Cobb Angle by End Vertebra Tilt Angle Method. Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research. 2018, 13, 223.
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