Exercise program to manage kyphosis

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 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.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

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 it's running

• 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

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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.