Trial of Flexible Bracing Treatment of Adolescents Idiopathic Scoliosis

Launched by THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY · Oct 3, 2019

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new way to design braces for teenagers with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, which is a condition that causes a sideways curve in the spine. The trial aims to improve brace treatment by using advanced technology, like artificial intelligence, to create better-fitting braces for patients. This is important because typical braces are often based on personal experience, and there isn't a one-size-fits-all solution for scoliosis. The study is focusing on girls aged 12 to 18 who have a specific range of spinal curvature and are still growing.

To participate, candidates need to have been diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and have a spinal curve between 20 to 45 degrees while still having immature bones. They must have already tried a rigid brace for treatment. Participants in the study will likely receive a custom-designed brace and will be monitored closely to see how well it works in managing their condition. This trial could lead to better outcomes for teenagers struggling with scoliosis, helping to reduce the risk of future health problems associated with severe spinal curves.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Teenagers diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
• • Cobb's angle between 20 to 45 degrees
• • Immature skeletons (Risser grade 0-2)
• • Types of scoliosis are classified by the Lenke classification system
• • Have received rigid brace treatment
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Contraindications for x-ray exposure
• • Diagnosis of other musculoskeletal or developmental illness that might be responsible for the spinal curvature
• • History of previous surgical treatment for AIS
• • Contraindications for pulmonary and/ or exercise tests
• • Psychiatric disorders
• • Recent trauma
• • Recent traumatic (emotional) event