Talking it out: CBT may ease anxiety for teens after scoliosis surgery
NCT ID NCT05774002
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a short course of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) can reduce anxiety and pain in teenagers recovering from scoliosis surgery. About 45 teens aged 10–19 will receive either standard care or CBT sessions (plus a mobile app) before and after their operation. Researchers will track changes in anxiety, depression, and pain using questionnaires over the first two months after surgery.
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Active substance
cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) sessions and a mobile app
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, drug-free way to help teens feel less anxious and cope better with pain after scoliosis surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study (45 participants) testing a behavioral intervention, so results may not apply to everyone. The therapy adds extra appointments, which some teens may find burdensome.
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Montefiore Medical Center
RECRUITINGThe Bronx, New York, 10467, United States
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