3D exercise therapy: a new weapon against scoliosis?
NCT ID NCT04539522
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests whether a specialized three-dimensional corrective exercise program can slow or stop the progression of mild-to-moderate idiopathic scoliosis in children and teens aged 8–16. Participants are split into two groups: one performs the 3D corrective exercises (with a brace if moderate), while the other receives conventional exercise therapy. After 12 months, researchers compare changes in spine curvature, trunk rotation, lung function, and quality of life to see if the 3D approach offers better outcomes.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Three-dimensionally corrective exercise for scoliosis
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this exercise program could become a first-line, non-surgical way to slow or prevent scoliosis curve progression in young people, potentially reducing the need for bracing or surgery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a single-center trial with 104 participants, and results depend on patient adherence and individual response. The exercise may not halt curve progression for everyone, and benefits could vary widely.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Xin Hua Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine
Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200092, China
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