Trial on Three Treatments for Scoliosis

Launched by KAROLINSKA INSTITUTET · Jan 3, 2013

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating three different treatments for idiopathic scoliosis, a condition where the spine curves abnormally and typically affects children and teenagers. The study aims to compare the effectiveness of wearing a brace at night, doing specific exercises for scoliosis, and following a prescribed physical activity plan. The goal is to see which method works best in helping adolescents with this condition.

To be eligible for this trial, participants need to be diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis and still have some growth remaining, which is usually indicated by being less than one year past their first menstrual period. They should also have a spine curve measuring between 25 and 40 degrees and the curve should be located in a specific area of the spine. Unfortunately, those who have scoliosis due to other medical issues or who have already received treatment like braces or surgery for scoliosis cannot join. While the trial is currently active, it is not taking any new participants at this time. If eligible, participants can expect to engage in one of the three treatment methods and contribute to important research that may improve care for others with scoliosis in the future.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Diagnosis of idiopathic scoliosis
• • Skeletally immature with estimated remaining growth for at least one year.
• • Not more than one year after menarche
• • Primary Cobb angle between 25 and 40 degrees.
• • Curve apex T7 or caudal
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Scoliosis with a possible non-idiopathic ethiology. Patients will be excluded from the study if the pathogenesis of the scoliosis is not idiopathic, but due to a neuromuscular, neurological, congenital malformation or trauma related comorbidity.
• • Previous brace or surgical treatment for scoliosis.