Osteochondrosis

This study compares two surgical methods for repairing large cartilage defects in the knee: augmented microfracture (AMT) and matrix-assisted chondrocyte implantation (MACT). It will enroll 80 people aged 15-50 with symptomatic defects. The goal is to see which technique better i…

This study tests whether adding a mind-body therapy called Basic Body Awareness Therapy (BBAT) to standard corrective exercises can improve body image, self-esteem, and posture in 60 adolescents with postural hyperkyphosis (a rounded upper back). Participants will do exercises tw…

This study compares two non-invasive treatments—kinesio taping and dry cupping—for people with thoracic kyphosis (an excessive rounding of the upper back). Researchers will measure changes in pain and the angle of the curve in 48 physically active adults aged 18 to 30. The goal i…

This study looks at how diastasis recti abdominis (a separation of the belly muscles) relates to spine curvature in women who recently gave birth. Researchers will measure spine angles in 110 women aged 21-35, both with and without the condition, using safe, non-invasive methods.…

This study looks at whether manual therapy (hands-on treatment) on the upper back can improve posture and oxygen levels in people who use e-cigarettes. Researchers will measure changes in spine curvature and blood oxygen in 20 adult participants. The goal is to see if this simple…