Could a 'Glitch' in vision cause scoliosis? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07356999

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Centre Médico-Chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues Croix Rouge Française Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at whether teenagers with idiopathic scoliosis have trouble using visual information to stay balanced. Researchers will use motion capture to track how 70 participants (with and without scoliosis) move and maintain posture. The goal is to understand if a misunderstanding of visual cues contributes to the spinal curve, which could lead to new ways to treat or prevent 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 successful, this study could reveal that visual processing issues contribute to scoliosis, potentially leading to new balance-based therapies or preventive strategies.
What could go wrong: This is an early observational study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply to all scoliosis patients. It aims to understand causes, not test a treatment, so direct benefits are uncertain.

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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

Centre Médico chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues
RECRUITING

Lyon, 69005, France

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