New flexible implant aims to straighten spines without stiff fusion

NCT ID NCT06298812

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Globus Medical Inc Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study is testing the REFLECT system, a flexible implant designed to correct curved spines in children with idiopathic scoliosis while allowing natural growth. About 100 children who have failed bracing will receive the device. The main goal is to keep the spine curve at 40 degrees or less and track any serious side effects.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: REFLECT Scoliosis Correction System (a flexible implant that guides spine growth)
What this could lead to: If successful, this device could offer a less rigid way to correct scoliosis in growing children, potentially avoiding more invasive surgery.
What could go wrong: This is a post-approval registry, not a randomized trial, so results may be less definitive. Risks include device breakage, screw migration, or curve progression.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

idiopathic scoliosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

IDIOPATHIC SCOLIOSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Mayo Clinic
RECRUITING

Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
New York University
ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION

New York, New York, 10016, United States

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