AI reads your back: no X-Ray needed for scoliosis?

NCT ID NCT05146193

Recruiting now Diagnosis Sponsor: The University of Hong Kong Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study is testing whether artificial intelligence can accurately diagnose spinal deformities like scoliosis by analyzing photos of a person's bare back. Researchers will enroll 2,500 participants with various spinal conditions and compare the AI's assessment to standard X-ray measurements. If it works, this could lead to a quicker, radiation-free screening tool.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: AI software analyzing nude back photos
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide a faster, radiation-free way to screen and monitor spinal deformities, reducing reliance on X-rays.
What could go wrong: This is an early-stage study focused on developing and validating the AI tool. It may not be accurate enough to replace standard X-ray diagnosis, and results may not apply to all types of spinal deformity.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Congenital Abnormalities idiopathic scoliosis kyphoscoliosis 1 scoliosis spondylolisthesis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

SPINAL DEFORMITY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Duchess of Kent Children's Hospital
RECRUITING

Hong Kong, Hong Kong

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