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Characterization of Visual Perception Alterations in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis: Towards a Theory of Perceptual Imbalance
Led by Centre Médico-Chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues Croix Rouge Française · Updated on 2026-05-26
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Participants Needed
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Idiopathic scoliosis is a complex three-dimensional twisting of the spine that typically appears in healthy teenagers without a clear cause. Researchers are exploring a theory that scoliosis may result from a problem in how the body maintains balance, particularly focusing on how visual information is processed alongside the vestibular system and proprioception. This study aims to understand whether teens with scoliosis have difficulties using visual cues to keep their posture stable. Participants will undergo motion analysis to track their body movements and responses to different environments. This experimental assessment focuses on vertical perception, using advanced technology to capture detailed motion data. The study includes both patients with progressive idiopathic scoliosis who are candidates for orthopedic or surgical treatment and a control group of healthy boys and girls aged 11 to 18. During the study, researchers will measure markers of balance and stability such as Margin of Dynamic Stability, Center of Pressure, and Extrapolated Center of Mass at enrollment. Secondary outcomes include evaluating Base of Support, Visual Field Perception, and Subjective Visual Vertical. Participants will complete assessments related to posture and visual perception to help clarify the role of visual processing in scoliosis. The study runs from April 2026 to September 2027 and includes both healthy volunteers and scoliosis patients.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Characterization of Visual Perception Impairments in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Girls or boys aged 11 to 18 inclusive
- Patients with progressive idiopathic scoliosis
- Candidates for orthopedic (brace) or surgical (arthrodesis correction) treatment with planned pre-therapeutic multimodal assessment
- Control group includes girls or boys aged 11 to 18 inclusive without scoliosis
You will not qualify if you...
- Individuals with another musculoskeletal disorder
- Individuals with neurosensory disorders affecting trunk or lower limb balance
- Individuals with uncorrected visual perception disorders (visual check within 12 months prior)
- Lack of consent from participant or legal representatives
- Inability to understand test instructions
- Control group participants with scoliosis
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - At enrollment
Participants undergo motion analysis to assess visual perception and body movement in response to different environments.
1 visit (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Centre Médico chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues
Lyon, France, 69005
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
NONE
Allocation
NA
Model
SINGLE_GROUP
Primary Purpose
DIAGNOSTIC
Number of Arms
1
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