TABLE 3.
Differences and percentage of correct responses between orthopaedic manipulative physiotherapy group and non-orthopaedic manipulative physiotherapy group (Chi square test) (n = 223).
| Variables | Correct response (%) | Incorrect response (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Definition of IS (p = 0.01) | ||
| OMPTG | 56.0 | 44.0 |
| Non-OMPTG | 40.0 | 60.0 |
| Cause of IS (p = 0.60) | ||
| OMPTG | 75.0 | 25.0 |
| Non-OMPTG | 72.0 | 28.0 |
| Prevalence of IS (p = 0.93) | ||
| OMPTG | 15.5 | 84.5 |
| Non-OMPTG | 15.9 | 84.1 |
| Diagnosis of IS (p = 0.001) | ||
| OMPTG | 25.0 | 75.0 |
| Non-OMPTG | 8.0 | 92.0 |
| Treatment of IS (p = 0.38) | ||
| OMPTG | 28.0 | 72.0 |
| Non-OMPTG | 23.0 | 77.0 |
IS, idiopathic scoliosis; OMPTG, orthopaedic manipulative physiotherapy group; Non-OMPTG, non-orthopaedic manipulative physiotherapy group.