Augmented reality physiotherapy for adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis
Official title: A Qualitative Evaluation of the Effects of Augmented Reality-Supported Training Methods on Body Awareness and Exercise Adherence in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis
Run by Hasan Kalyoncu University · NCT07067125 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project tries augmented-reality–supported physiotherapy with adolescents who have idiopathic scoliosis to see if it improves body awareness, motivation, and sticking with exercises.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 10 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Hasan Kalyoncu University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gaziantep) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 1, 2025 |
| Main results expected | July 15, 2025 |
| Study ends | July 31, 2025 |
| Registry record updated | July 16, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT07067125 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Adolescents aged 10–18 with a clinical diagnosis of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis who have completed at least four weeks of AR-based physiotherapy, speak Turkish, and can provide informed consent are ideal candidates.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with neurological or cognitive conditions that interfere with communication, those who have not completed the AR intervention, non–Turkish speakers, or those unwilling to be audio-recorded are unlikely to benefit from participation.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This is a prospective qualitative (phenomenological) study of adolescents with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis who have completed at least four weeks of AR-supported scoliosis-specific physiotherapy. Participants aged 10–18 will take part in face-to-face, semi-structured interviews in Turkish about their lived experiences with the AR intervention, including body awareness, motivation, adherence, and psychosocial adjustments. Interviews will be audio-recorded, transcribed verbatim, and analyzed using Braun and Clarke's thematic analysis framework with support from NVivo software. Two independent researchers will code transcripts to enhance analytical rigor and theme validity.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, AR-supported physiotherapy could improve adolescents' postural awareness, increase motivation, and boost adherence to exercise programs, potentially strengthening conservative management of scoliosis.
How similar studies have gone: AR-enhanced rehabilitation and gamified exercise approaches have shown promise in small pilot studies for engagement and adherence, but robust evidence specifically for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis remains limited.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged between 10 and 18 years * Diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) * Completed at least 4 weeks of AR-based physiotherapy * Sufficient Turkish language proficiency to participate in interviews * Provided written informed consent (adolescent and guardian) Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of neurological or cognitive conditions interfering with communication * Withdrew before completing the intervention program * Declined audio recording of interviews
Where it's running
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Hasan Kalyoncu University
Gaziantep, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: ADNAN BATUHAN COŞKUN, PhD
- Email: adnanbatuhan.coskun@hku.edu.tr
- Phone: +905323901464
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.