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Cyberchondria and Related Factors in Adolescents with Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Case-Control Study
Led by Izmir Democracy University · Updated on 2026-05-07
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Participants Needed
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Research Sites
12 weeks
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What this Trial Is About
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a condition characterized by abnormal twisting and curving of the spine diagnosed between ages 10 and 18, affecting about 3% of adolescents. This research investigates the levels of cyberchondria—anxiety caused by excessive online health information searching—in adolescents with AIS, comparing them to healthy peers. The study explores how misinformation online may increase anxiety and mental health issues in these young patients. Participants include adolescents aged 12 to 20, divided into two groups: those diagnosed with AIS and healthy controls without symptoms. The study assesses cyberchondria severity and scoliosis characteristics using clinical evaluations and questionnaires. No treatment interventions are involved as this is an observational study. Throughout the study, participants will complete measures such as the Cyberchondria Severity Scale, Visual Analog Scale, and the Scoliosis Research Society-22 questionnaire. Clinical data including Cobb angle and scoliosis severity classifications will be recorded on the first day. The research team will analyze these data to understand the relationship between cyberchondria and AIS. Participation involves a single assessment visit during which these evaluations occur.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Cyberchondria in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Patients aged 12 to 20 years diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis through clinical and radiological evaluation (Cobb angle >10°)
- Patients without complaints attending outpatient follow-up within 3 months after ethics approval (control group)
- Patients and their families informed about the study who agree to participate
You will not qualify if you...
- Presence of psychiatric disorders or use of psychotropic medications
- Presence of somatic pain disorder
- History of orthopedic, neurological, or rheumatological conditions affecting the spine
- Pregnancy
- Patients or families who decline participation
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Your Study Journey
Duration - Up to 3 months
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
Duration - 1 day
Participants undergo clinical and radiological evaluations to assess scoliosis and related factors.
1 visit (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Izmir Democracy University
Izmir, Turkey (Türkiye), 35570
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Research Team
K
Kadir Songür, Assoc. Prof.
How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
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Primary Purpose
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Number of Arms
2
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