ADOLESCENT IDIOPATHIC SCOLIOSIS

This study looks at whether adding Dysport (a muscle-relaxing injection) to standard back bracing can slow or improve spine curvature in teens with scoliosis. About 90 adolescents aged 10-16 with mild to moderate curves will take part. Two-thirds will get the real injection plus …

This study looks at whether doing exercise at home with a live video coach can improve physical fitness in teenagers with scoliosis. 70 teens will be split into two groups: one does supervised video sessions, the other follows a self-guided exercise plan. The main goal is to see …

This study tests whether a special injection called an erector spinae plane block (ESPB) can reduce pain and the need for strong pain medicines in children having scoliosis surgery. About 42 children with adolescent idiopathic or neuromuscular scoliosis will either get the block …

This study tests a new brace that uses real-time MRI images to gently push the spine into a straighter position. Ten teens with mild to moderate scoliosis will try the system to see how much correction can be achieved and how fast. The goal is to improve bracing by making it more…

This study tests a new device and smartphone app to measure how well teenagers with scoliosis wear their back braces at home. The goal is to see if giving patients and their families feedback on brace use improves how often and how tightly the brace is worn. About 87 teens with a…

This study looks at how the position of the shoulder blade relates to arm and hand performance in teenagers with scoliosis (a curved spine). Researchers will measure arm power and shoulder blade movement in 20 teens aged 10-19 with mild to moderate curves. The goal is to help the…

This study looks at whether 3D dynamic models of the spine can help surgeons make better decisions when treating adolescent idiopathic scoliosis. Researchers will collect data from 100 patients aged 10-35 who are scheduled for surgery. The goal is to move beyond standard 2D X-ray…

This study is a registry that collects information from children and teens (up to age 21) who have spine surgery using robots and special navigation tools. The goal is to see how accurate the robot-placed screws are and to track radiation exposure and patient recovery. No new tre…