Scoliosis study: shoulder blade position may impact arm strength in teens
NCT ID NCT07249515
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at 20 teens with scoliosis (a curved spine) to see if the position of their shoulder blades is linked to how well they can use their arms. Researchers measured shoulder blade movement and arm power using simple tests like throwing a weighted ball. The goal is to help therapists create better exercises for teens with scoliosis.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If clear links are found, this could help therapists design better exercises for teens with scoliosis to improve arm and shoulder function.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, observational study with only 20 participants, so results may not apply to everyone with scoliosis. It does not test any treatment.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Istinye University
Istanbul, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)
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