Examining back muscle function in adolescents with scoliosis

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates the function and asymmetry of back muscles in adolescents diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis. Participants aged 10-14 years will undergo various assessments, including pain severity, quality of life, and spinal measurements. They will perform exercises designed to activate back muscles in different positions, both with and without specific spinal corrections based on the Schroth method. Muscle thickness will be measured using portable diagnostic ultrasound during these exercises to evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adolescents who have been diagnosed by X-ray with idiopathic scoliosis of 15-40°,
* Risser sign zero to four,
* have recent X-rays.

Exclusion Criteria:

* previous back surgery
* have been treated with physical therapy in the past year,

Where it's running

• Haifa University, Department of PHysical Therapy
  Haifa, Israel Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Gali Dar, Prof. — University of Haifa
• Study coordinator: Gali Dar, Prof
• Email: galidar@yahoo.com
• Phone: 972505662054

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.