Spine surgery showdown: which fix keeps teens moving best?

NCT ID NCT07450326

First seen Mar 07, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 7 times

Summary

This study looked at two types of surgery for teens with scoliosis (a curved spine): vertebral body tethering (VBT) and posterior spinal fusion (PSF). The goal was to see which one corrects the curve better and keeps the spine flexible for movement. Researchers followed 12 teens for about 4 years after surgery, measuring their spine shape and how well they could move during walking and bending.

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Locations

  • Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli

    Bologna, 40136, Italy

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