Assessing posture in patients with spinal issues using new measurement tools
Application in Rehabilitation of BHOHB SPINAL-METER and CervicalMeter for the Assessment of Posture in Patients With Dysmorphisms and Paramorphisms of the Spine
This study is testing new tools to measure posture in people with spinal problems to see how well they work compared to traditional methods and how posture affects pain and quality of life over a year.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 23 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Fondazione Policlinico Universitario Agostino Gemelli IRCCS Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Roma) |
| Trial ID | NCT06012032 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the BHOHB SPINAL-METER and CervicalMeter for assessing posture in patients with orthopedic and neurological degenerative conditions. It will correlate the measurements obtained from these devices with traditional radiological assessments, specifically focusing on the Cobb angle of the spine. The study will also assess the impact of postural alterations on balance, spine pain, and quality of life over a one-year period. A minimum of 62 patients will be enrolled to ensure statistically significant results.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include adults over 18 with orthopedic or neurological degenerative pathologies affecting their spine.
Not a fit: Patients with psychiatric disorders, cognitive impairments, or those unable to stand or walk will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive and cost-effective method for monitoring postural changes in patients with spinal conditions.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been studies on non-radiological tools for posture assessment, the effectiveness of the specific devices used in this study remains to be validated.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients aged \> 18 years * MMSE \>23 * Subjects affected by orthopedic and neurological degenerative pathologies and with dysmorphisms or paramorphisms of the spine, capable of maintaining an upright position and ambulating without aids. * Signature of the informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Psychiatric pathologies, * Cognitive impairment (MMSE\<23), * Inability to stand and walk. * Failure to sign the informed consent
Where this trial is running
Roma
- Gianpaolo Ronconi — Roma, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: gianpaolo ronconi — Catholic University of the Sacred Heart
- Study coordinator: Ronconi
- Email: gianpaolo.ronconi@unicatt.it
- Phone: 3477123940
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.