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The Effects of Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercises on Physical Fitness Parameters in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis
Led by Istinye University · Updated on 2025-12-05
40
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
2 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis is a common musculoskeletal condition affecting 2-4% of adolescents worldwide, more often girls. It causes a three-dimensional spinal deformity that can reduce physical fitness, muscle strength, respiratory function, posture control, and daily activity participation. This research aims to evaluate scoliosis-specific corrective exercises and their effects on physical fitness parameters like strength, flexibility, motor skills, and endurance in adolescents with scoliosis. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups. One group will receive an individualized scoliosis-specific corrective exercise program based on the Schroth method, involving twice-weekly supervised sessions of 45-60 minutes over 8 weeks, plus home exercises with adherence monitoring. The other group will perform postural education and basic corrective exercises at home twice weekly for 8 weeks. The study compares these behavioral exercise approaches. During the 8-week study, researchers will assess muscle strength as the primary outcome, along with aerobic capacity, flexibility, shoulder mobility, balance, body measurements, and scoliosis-related quality of life questionnaires. Monitoring includes adherence to exercises and evaluating changes after the intervention. Participants aged 10 to 19 will engage in supervised and home sessions to measure the impact of these exercise programs on physical fitness and functional capacity.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Scoliosis-Specific Exercises on Physical Fitness Parameters
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Diagnosis of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis confirmed by an orthopedic specialist
- Cobb angle between 10° and 45° on a standing anteroposterior radiograph
- Age between 10 and 19 years
- No prior history of scoliosis-specific exercise treatment
- Ability to participate regularly in the exercise program
- Voluntary willingness to participate in the study
You will not qualify if you...
- Presence of mental, rheumatologic, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, or pulmonary disorders
- Pain or orthopedic conditions that prevent participation in exercise
- Visual and/or hearing impairments affecting communication or assessment
- History of spinal surgery, spinal tumor, or related interventions
- Any medical condition for which exercise is contraindicated
- Communication difficulties that limit participation
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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 - 8 weeks
Participants receive either an individualized scoliosis-specific corrective exercise program delivered by a certified physiotherapist twice per week or postural education and basic corrective exercises performed at home twice per week, both for 8 weeks.
Twice weekly supervised sessions or home exercise sessions for 8 weeks
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Istinye University
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye), 34010
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Research Team
K
Kubra Kardeş, Asst. Prof.
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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