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Could specific exercises straighten the curve in teen scoliosis?

NCT ID NCT02968043

Disease control Sponsor: Xinhua Hospital, Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 04, 2026 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests whether physiotherapeutic scoliosis specific exercises (PSSE) can halt the progression of mild adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, a condition where the spine curves sideways. About 42 teens aged 10-16 with a curve under 20 degrees will be randomly assigned to either PSSE or general physiotherapy. Over 6 months, researchers will measure changes in spine curvature, balance, lung function, bone quality, and quality of life to see if PSSE offers a better outcome.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Physiotherapeutic scoliosis specific exercises (PSSE) - a personalized program of 3D self-correction, stabilizing, balance, breathing, and daily-living exercises
What this could lead to
If effective, PSSE could become a standard first-line treatment to halt curve progression in mild adolescent scoliosis, potentially reducing the need for braces or surgery.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 42 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The exercises require consistent practice and may not work for everyone.

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Study facts

What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.

Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

42 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Feb 2017

Finished

Dec 2021

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

10 to 16 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * patients who are consistent with the diagnosis of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis suggested by Scoliosis Research Society * the largest Cobb angle of less than 20 degrees on whole spine posterior-anterior X-ray radiographs in a standing position * 10 to 16 years old * skeletal immaturity with Risser sign of \<3 Exclusion Criteria: * previous exercises or brace treatment history * previous operation history of spine or lower extremities * scoliosis caused by neuromuscular disorder, vertebral malformation, trauma, tumor, or other diseases * having contraindications to exercises

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

adolescent idiopathic scoliosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Scoliosis idiopathic adolescent

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Xin Hua Hospital affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 200092, China

  • Xinhua Hospital Chongming Branch

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, 202150, China

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