Scoliosis study aims to uncover hidden physical deficits in adults

NCT ID NCT05538871

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

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

Summary

This study looks at adults with two types of scoliosis (idiopathic and degenerative) to understand what physical problems they have that physical therapy might help. Researchers will compare them to healthy adults using surveys and physical exams. The goal is to gather information to plan future treatment studies for these often-overlooked groups.

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 successful, this study could identify specific physical limitations in adults with scoliosis that physical therapy can target, leading to better-designed treatment trials.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test any therapy, so any benefits are indirect and far off. Results may not apply to all scoliosis patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

idiopathic scoliosis scoliosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

SCOLIOSIS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Alberta, Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dept. Physical Therapy
RECRUITING

Edmonton, Alberta, T6G2G4, Canada

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