Evaluating the impact of spinal exercises on memory in adolescents with scoliosis

Role of the Memory in the Spinal Exercises for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Observational International Institute of Behavioral Medicines · NCT05969301

This study is testing whether spinal exercises can help improve memory and overall well-being in teenagers with scoliosis.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment15 (estimated)
Ages11 Years to 19 Years
SexAll
SponsorInternational Institute of Behavioral Medicines Academic / other
Locations1 site (Calosso)
Trial IDNCT05969301 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess how spinal exercises affect the memory of adolescents diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis. Participants will complete a short self-administered questionnaire that evaluates their experiences with the exercises, including learning time, performance time, difficulty, and commitment. Additionally, they will fill out a health-related quality of life questionnaire to explore correlations between their exercise experiences and overall well-being. The study seeks to identify which specific spinal exercises may have a more significant impact on memory and quality of life.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adolescents diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis who can read and understand Italian.

Not a fit: Patients with other causes of scoliosis, significant leg-length discrepancies, or cognitive impairments may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into how spinal exercises can enhance memory and overall quality of life for adolescents with scoliosis.

How similar studies have performed: There are currently no known studies investigating the relationship between spinal exercises and memory in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis, making this approach novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* a primary diagnosis of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis determined by expert clinicians
* ability to read and understand the Italian language

Exclusion Criteria:

* any diagnosable cause of scoliosis
* leg-length discrepancy of \> 1 cm
* lower limb deformities interfering with spinal posture,
* cardiac and/or respiratory dysfunction
* systemic illness
* previous spinal surgery,
* cognitive impairment
* refusal to adhere to the study

Where this trial is running

Calosso

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Adolescent Idiopathic ScoliosisHealth-related quality of lifeAdolescentsMemoryScoliosisExercise
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