Innovative textile braces for treating adolescent 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 clinical trial focuses on developing anisotropic textile braces designed to treat adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) by providing a combination of rigid, semi-rigid, and flexible support. The braces aim to correct spinal deformities and reduce curve progression while addressing the aesthetic and psychological concerns of young patients. The design incorporates various mechanisms, including axial elongation, 3-point pressure, and active posture maintenance through integrated sensors. The study will evaluate the effectiveness of these braces in a controlled setting with adolescent participants.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 10 to 14 years
* Diagnosis of AIS
* a Cobb's angle between 20 to 30 degrees
* a Risser grade of the iliac crest of ≤ 2
* Pre-menarche or post- menarche by no more than 1 year
* Ability to read and understand English or Chinese
* Physical and mental ability to adhere to anisotropic textile braces protocol

Exclusion Criteria:

* Contraindications for x-ray exposure
* Diagnosis of other musculoskeletal or developmental illness that might be responsible for the spinal curvature
* History of previous surgical or orthotic treatment for AIS
* Contraindications for pulmonary and/ or exercise tests
* Psychiatric disorders
* Recent trauma
* Recent traumatic (emotional) event

Where it's running

• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
  Hong Kong, Guangdong, China Recruiting
• The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
  Hong Kong, China Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Joanne Yip, PhD
• Email: tcjyip@polyu.edu.hk
• Phone: 852-27664848

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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.