Idiopathic camptocormia
MONDO:0015271Idiopathic camptocormia is a postural disease characterized by an anterior flexion of the torso (during walking or standing) that resolves in the supine position and that is caused by weakness of the lumbar paraspinal muscles (spinal extensors), due to massive fatty infiltrations of posterior spinal muscles, without an identifiable etiology.
Also known as: idiopathic camptocormism, idiopathic progressive lumbar kyphosis, bent spine, bent spine syndrome, camptocormia, camptocormism
40 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New scale could help predict fall risk for hospital patients in turkey
Diagnosis CompletedThis study tested a Turkish version of the Johns Hopkins In-Room Independence Scale, which measures a patient's ability to move, use the toilet, and think clearly while in their hospital room. Researchers worked with 100 adults who had conditions like stroke, Parkinson's, or ampu…
Sponsor: Sisli Hamidiye Etfal Training and Research Hospital • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Posture classes ease back pain in school kids
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether a short posture training program could reduce back pain and improve body posture in middle school students. 27 students with poor posture took part in three training sessions. Researchers measured pain and posture before, right after, and at 1 and 3 mont…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Amasya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:04 UTC
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Simple exercises may ease back pain and improve posture in nursing moms
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested whether Klapp method exercises could help breastfeeding mothers with a hunched back (kyphosis) feel less pain and stand taller. Thirty-two mothers who had given birth by C-section and were nursing did either the Klapp exercises twice a week for a month or follow…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Riphah International University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Physiotherapy students test muscle relief techniques on themselves
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at how common muscle and posture problems are in physiotherapy students and whether a special physiotherapy program could help. 44 students with back pain and muscle tightness received treatments like trigger point release, stretching, and joint mobilization. Th…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Charles University, Czech Republic • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:13 UTC
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Who should control your sedation during surgery? new study compares options
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether letting patients control their own sedation during arm surgery under regional anesthesia leads to higher satisfaction compared to having an anesthesiologist control it. 70 adults having upper limb orthopedic surgery were randomly assigned to either pa…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: GCS Ramsay Santé pour l'Enseignement et la Recherche • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:59 UTC
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Tape trick: simple kinesiotape may offer fast relief for rounded shoulder pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether kinesiotaping (a special elastic tape) can immediately reduce pain, improve body awareness, and fix posture in people with rounded shoulders and shoulder impingement. 114 adults with neck pain took part. Researchers measured pain, posture, and joint p…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Istanbul Medipol University Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New turkish health survey could improve care for muscle and joint problems
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study translated the Generic Functional Index, a questionnaire that measures how well people can do daily activities, into Turkish. Researchers tested it with 200 adults who have muscle or joint problems to see if it is accurate and reliable. The goal is to give Turkish-spea…
Sponsor: Istanbul Bilgi University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Dental Students' posture under the microscope: a fatigue study
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study looked at how dental students hold their bodies while doing root canal work. Ten students were recorded on video for 5 minutes, and their posture and muscle fatigue were analyzed. The goal was to understand how their working positions might lead to pain or injury. This…
Sponsor: Universidad Europea de Madrid • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:24 UTC
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Physios take on ER duty: study tests if they can replace doctors for back pain
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether specially trained physiotherapists can safely diagnose and treat non-urgent muscle and joint pain in the emergency room, compared to standard care from doctors. 102 patients with back, neck, or shoulder pain were randomly assigned to either a physiothera…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Bern University of Applied Sciences • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:00 UTC
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Can CRPS patients imagine movement? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study compared how well people with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS), people with other muscle or bone pain, and healthy individuals can imagine movements. Researchers used a questionnaire called the MIQ-RS to measure motor imagery skills. The goal was to see …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:01 UTC
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Smartphone addiction may be reshaping your neck, study finds
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis completed study looked at how smartphone addiction affects neck posture, muscle strength, and movement in 86 healthy young adults aged 18-30. Researchers measured neck muscle strength, range of motion, and posture, and compared results between men and women. The goal was to …
Sponsor: Hacettepe University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:00 UTC
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Mind, spirit, and pain: new study explores what chronic pain patients really believe
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study surveyed 116 adults with chronic pain at a rehabilitation clinic to understand how their pain beliefs, spiritual well-being, and attitudes toward complementary and alternative medicine are related. Participants filled out several questionnaires about their pain, mood, …
Sponsor: Gulseren Demir Karakilic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:53 UTC