Status:

COMPLETED

Impact of Long-Term Schroth Exercises on Scoliosis Severity and Quality of Life in Braced AIS Individuals

Lead Sponsor:

International Hellenic University

Conditions:

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Eligibility:

All Genders

10-17 years

Phase:

NA

Brief Summary

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) affects individuals aged 10 to 18, leading to spinal deformity and vertebral rotation. The Schroth exercise method, combined with brace usage, has shown promise i...

Detailed Description

Background: Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) affects individuals aged 10 to 18 and is characterized by spinal deformity in the frontal plane, three-dimensional distortion of the spine, and verteb...

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

  • Diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS)
  • Aged 10 to 17 years, inclusive of both genders
  • Cobb angle between 10° and 45°
  • Risser grade between 0 and 3
  • Prescribed a scoliosis brace
  • Written consent from their legal guardian for participation
  • Ability to attend Schroth exercise sessions for one year

Exclusion

  • Any contraindication for exercise
  • Scheduled surgery for scoliosis treatment
  • Diagnosed intellectual disabilities (e.g., intellectual disability, autism)
  • Diagnosed neurological or rheumatic conditions

Key Trial Info

Start Date :

January 2 2023

Trial Type :

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation :

ACTUAL

End Date :

July 28 2024

Estimated Enrollment :

80 Patients enrolled

Trial Details

Trial ID

NCT06500806

Start Date

January 2 2023

End Date

July 28 2024

Last Update

August 6 2024

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Department of Physiotherapy, Faculty of Health Sciences International Hellenic University

Thessaloniki, Sindos Thessaloníki, Greece, 57 400