Exercise program to manage kyphosis
Effectiveness of Various Exercises in Managing Kyphosis
This study tests whether a stretching exercise program can help kids and teens with kyphosis feel better and improve their posture.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 120 (estimated) |
| Ages | 8 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06082739 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of stretching exercises as a conservative treatment for correcting kyphosis in patients with postural and Scheuermann's kyphosis. It addresses the lack of consensus on non-operative management approaches for hyperkyphosis, particularly in the pediatric population. The study will include patients aged 8 and older who exhibit significant kyphosis and will assess outcomes related to patient satisfaction and bodily awareness. Parents of younger patients will also participate by completing surveys to provide additional insights.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients aged 8 and older with postural or Scheuermann's kyphosis exhibiting significant curvature.
Not a fit: Patients with congenital kyphosis or scoliosis greater than 30° may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive treatment option for patients suffering from kyphosis, potentially improving their quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: While there have been various studies on surgical interventions for kyphosis, this approach focusing on stretching exercises is novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients ages 8 and older with postural or Scheuermann's kyphosis with \>45° of kyphosis or \>10° of thoracolumbar kyphosis from T11-L1 or other cases which seem to have excessive kyphosis. * Parents of patients aged 17 and younger who are 18 and older and cognitively able to complete a survey will be included in the study as well. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with congenital kyphosis or scoliosis greater than 30°. * Parents of patients aged 17 and younger who are less than 18 years of age or cognitively unable to complete a survey will be excluded from the study. * Any records flagged "break the glass" or "research opt out."
Where this trial is running
Los Angeles, California
- Cedars-Sinai Medical Center — Los Angeles, California, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: David L Skaggs, MD, MMM — Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Cristabelle Alexander, BS
- Email: cristabelle.alexander@cshs.org
- Phone: 310-423-1061
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.