Gut health may help straighten spines: probiotic trial launches
NCT ID NCT07466511
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a daily probiotic supplement (Bifidobacterium breve) can slow the curve progression of idiopathic scoliosis in children aged 6 to 15. One hundred participants will take the probiotic or receive lifestyle education for 6 months. Researchers will measure spine curvature and quality of life to see if the supplement helps.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Bifidobacterium breve probiotic supplement
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, safe way to slow scoliosis worsening in children, reducing the need for braces or surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 100 children. The effect may be small or nonexistent, and results may not apply to all scoliosis patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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The Second Affiliated Hospital of Wenzhou Medical University, Zhejiang, Zhejiang 325000
Wenzhou, Zhejiang, 325600, China
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