Intelligent rehabilitation aids achieve real-time tracking of patient treatment and personalized medical support by integrating sensing and detection technologies, data processing, and machine learning. In light of the lack of sensor monitoring systems in spinal orthosis therapy, this article systematically reviews the current research status of intelligent spinal orthosis monitoring systems. It focuses on discussing several key technologies for realizing the digital and intelligent technologies of spinal orthoses, such as distributed pressure sensing technology and pressure sensor software compensation algorithms. Finally, this article proposes a technical roadmap for developing an intelligent spinal orthosis monitoring system based on distributed pressure sensors. This solution provides theoretical support and technical implementation paths for the digitalization and intelligence of spinal corrective device treatment processes. It is expected to enhance the effectiveness of spinal scoliosis treatment and further promote the intelligent development of medical rehabilitation aids.

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