3D Depth Camera-Based Assessment of Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisUsing a Depth Camera

Launched by THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF ZHEJIANG CHINESE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · Nov 30, 2024

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This clinical trial is studying a new way to assess Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS), which is a common condition that causes an abnormal curve in the spine in teenagers. The researchers are using a special device called the Kinect v2 depth camera to create a detailed 3D image of the back, allowing for a precise evaluation without exposing patients to radiation, unlike traditional methods that use X-rays. The goal is to find out if this new method can help doctors better understand the severity of scoliosis in young patients.

To participate in this study, adolescents aged 10 to 18 who have been diagnosed with AIS and have a specific level of spinal curvature (Cobb angle of 10° or more) may be eligible. Participants should not have had any previous spinal surgeries or treatments for their scoliosis and should be able to stay in the hospital for a short time (about 5 days) to follow the study procedures. Throughout the trial, participants will undergo assessments using the depth camera, which aims to improve how scoliosis is measured and monitored. This could lead to better care and outcomes for those with this condition.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • (1) Adolescents aged 10-18 years, diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) with a Cobb angle ≥10°; (2) No history of spinal surgery or other corrective treatments; (3) Able to undergo short-term inpatient treatment (5 days) and comply with study procedures.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • (1) Patients with congenital, neuromuscular, or other secondary scoliosis; (2) Presence of major comorbidities affecting spinal structure or muscle tone (e.g., spinal cord injury, muscular dystrophy); (3) Patients unable to complete standardized assessment procedures.