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The Effect of Three-Dimensional Exercises ( Schroth Method ) on Trunk Muscle Endurance, Sleep Quality, and Quality of Life in Adolescents With Hyperkyphosis
Led by Gaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital · Updated on 2026-02-11
60
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
29 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Adolescence is a critical period for spinal growth, and progression of thoracic hyperkyphosis may lead to pain, weak trunk muscles, sleep disturbances, and reduced quality of life. This study aims to investigate the effects of three-dimensional exercise program based on the Schroth Method on trunk muscle endurance, thoracic kyphosis angle, pain, sleep quality and quality of life in adolescents aged 12-18 years with hyperkyphosis.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
The Effect of Three-Dimensional Exercises ( Schroth Method ) on Trunk Muscle Endurance, Sleep Quality, and Quality of Life in Adolescents With Hyperkyphosis
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Adolescents between 12 and 18 years of age
- Thoracic kyphosis with a T3-T12 Cobb angle of 45 degrees or more on a lateral thoracic radiograph
- Physical and cognitive ability to actively participate in the exercise program for at least 3 months
- Adequate communication and cognitive skills to understand educational materials
- Ability and willingness to regularly complete the exercise log during the study period
You will not qualify if you...
- Scoliosis with a Cobb angle greater than 10 degrees in the coronal plane
- Structural spinal deformities such as vertebral fracture or spondylolisthesis
- History of previous spinal surgery
- Neuromuscular disorders affecting the spine (e.g., cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy)
- Structural or functional problems involving the spine, pelvis, or shoulder girdle
- Balance disorders such as vestibular dysfunction or vertigo
- Inability to comply with the exercise program due to intellectual disability, behavioral disorders, or communication impairments
- Participation in professional-level sports affecting exercise capacity or musculoskeletal function
- Serious heart or lung diseases (e.g., congenital heart disease, pulmonary hypertension)
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Gazisomanpasa Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Research Team
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Öznur Molla Kocabaş, MD
CONTACT
D
Deniz Öke, MD
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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