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Synergic Effects of Schroth Method With and Without Core Stabilization Exercises in Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients
Led by University of Lahore · Updated on 2025-07-15
72
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
26 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
A randomized controlled trial was conducted on 72 patients diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis at the University of Lahore Teaching Hospital. The study aimed to explore the synergistic effects of the Schroth method with and without core stabilization exercises. Participants were randomly allocated into two groups: Group A, which received both the Schroth method and core stabilization exercises, and Group B, which received only the Schroth method. The intervention lasted for 10 weeks, with assessments conducted at baseline, the 5th week, and the 10th week. Outcome measures included Cobb angle (spinal curvature), lumbar extensor endurance (Sorensen test), chest mobility, and quality of life (SRS-22 questionnaire). The study found significant improvements in all outcome measures for both groups, with Group A showing superior results. The addition of core stabilization exercises to the Schroth method resulted in better reductions in Cobb angle, enhanced lumbar extensor endurance, and improved chest mobility and quality of life, indicating a synergistic effect of the combined approach. The findings suggest that incorporating core stabilization exercises into scoliosis treatment protocols can lead to superior clinical outcomes.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Synergic Effects of Schroth Method With and Without Core Stabilization Exercises in Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age 10 to 18 years
- X-ray diagnosis of idiopathic scoliosis with Cobb Angle 10° to 30°
- Participants diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis
- Both genders included
- Scoliosis associated with Down syndrome
You will not qualify if you...
- Neurological conditions such as cerebral palsy or epilepsy
- Other orthopedic conditions like hip dysplasia, osteogenesis imperfecta, or leg length discrepancy
- History of spine surgery including spinal fusion or decompression
- Severe systemic disorders including autoimmune or serious cardiovascular conditions
- Non-idiopathic scoliosis
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
UOL Teaching Hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan
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Research Team
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Dr Asim Arif, Physical Therapist
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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