Core strength boost: a new angle on scoliosis therapy?
NCT ID NCT07761260
First seen Aug 12, 2026 · Last updated Aug 13, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether adding core stabilization exercises to standard scoliosis-specific physical therapy (BSPTS) can improve trunk rotation and core endurance in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either BSPTS alone or BSPTS plus core exercises, twice a week for six weeks. The trial will measure changes in trunk rotation angle, core endurance, balance, and quality of life to see if the combined approach offers extra benefits.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- Core stabilization exercises combined with Barcelona Scoliosis Physical Therapy School (BSPTS) exercises
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this combination could offer a better non-surgical way to manage scoliosis in teens, potentially improving posture and quality of life.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, short-term study (36 participants, 6 weeks), so results may not be generalizable. The benefits might be modest and not lasting.
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