Virtual reality could make scoliosis exercises more effective for teens

NCT ID NCT06416579

Disease control Sponsor: Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 01, 2026 · Last updated Jul 02, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study compares standard Schroth exercises with a virtual reality version of the same exercises in teens aged 10–15 with mild adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (curves of 10–30 degrees). The goal is to see if adding VR improves spinal alignment, trunk rotation, and mobility more than exercises alone. Participants will be assigned to one of two groups and followed for 24 weeks.

What this could mean

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Active substance: Schroth exercises and virtual reality-based Schroth exercises
What this could lead to: If virtual reality proves more effective, it could offer a more engaging way for teens to do scoliosis exercises, potentially improving outcomes and motivation.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 48 participants, so results may not apply to all. Virtual reality may not provide additional benefit over standard exercises.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

48 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Jun 2024

Finished

May 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

10 to 18 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Having been diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis by an orthopedic specialist * Being between the ages of 10 and 15 * Risser 0-3 stage * The Cobb angle determined on the anteroposterior radiograph should be 10-30 degrees. * Major curvature being lumbar curvature * No pulmonary or rib cage-related disease such as rib fracture, atelectasis, or asthma * Ability to understand and follow instructions * Volunteering to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Using a brace * Having received any scoliosis treatment or spine surgery within the last year * The patient has any contraindications to exercise * Presence of neuromuscular, orthopedic, rheumatic diseases or vestibular problems that may affect balance, vision-related diseases or mental problems. * Another exercise or physical activity that may affect trunk muscle strength or balance * Presence of any problem that may affect walking other than scoliosis * Patients who cannot understand and follow instructions

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

adolescent idiopathic scoliosis Motor Activity scoliosis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis Scoliosis Scoliosis lumbar region Scoliosis; adolescence

Virtual reality could make scoliosis exercises more effective for teens

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