Influência de um programa de reabilitação na melhora da função pulmonar de indivíduos com escoliose torácica

Introduction: Thoracic scoliosis may impair respiratory mechanics and reduce pulmonary function due to structural alterations of the vertebral column and thoracic cage. In this context, physiotherapeutic rehabilitation programs have been used as a conservative strategy to minimize such repercussions. Objectives: To analyze the influence of rehabilitation programs on the improvement of pulmonary function in individuals with thoracic scoliosis, identifying the main therapeutic strategies employed and comparing their effectiveness. Method: This study consists of a systematic literature review with a qualitative approach, conducted in the SciELO, PubMed, LILACS, and CAPES Portal databases, including studies published between 2021 and 2026. After applying the eligibility criteria, 10 articles were included in the qualitative synthesis of the review. Results: The studies demonstrated that rehabilitation programs, especially multimodal approaches and scoliosis-specific exercises, promote improvements in structural, postural, and functional parameters. However, direct effects on objective spirometric parameters were inconsistent across studies. Discussion: Findings suggest that the respiratory benefits of rehabilitation occur predominantly in an indirect manner through improvements in thoracic mobility, postural alignment, and ventilatory mechanics, rather than through immediate measurable pulmonary changes. Conclusion: It is concluded that rehabilitation programs present relevant potential for global functional optimization and indirect preservation of pulmonary function in individuals with thoracic scoliosis, particularly when applied early and in a multidimensional manner.