Can core exercises straighten the curve? new study follows dancers with scoliosis through puberty

NCT ID NCT07379801

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Haifa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study follows 140 female dancers aged 11-16 who have scoliosis (a curved spine) and dance at least three times a week. Researchers will check their muscles, bones, flexibility, and spine every six months for three years. Some dancers will also do a special core-strengthening exercise program to see if it helps. The goal is to understand how puberty affects their bodies and whether exercise can make a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: exercise program for strengthening core muscles
What this could lead to: If successful, this could show that targeted core exercises help manage scoliosis in young dancers during puberty.
What could go wrong: This is an early observational study with no control group, so results may not prove cause and effect. The exercise program may not benefit all participants.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

scoliosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

DEVELOPMENT, ADOLESCENT

Contacts and locations

Locations

Haifa University, Department of PHysical Therapy
RECRUITING

Haifa, Israel

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