Peloidotherapy to help adults with scoliosis undergoing PSSE

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 observational study follows adults with idiopathic scoliosis (20–40 years old) who have a Cobb angle of 15–40 degrees and pain for at least 3 months while performing PSSE. It uses tools like the Adult Scoliosis Study Form, scoliosis graphy, and patient-reported pain scales to describe outcomes related to pain and functional status. The aim is to see if adding peloidotherapy alongside PSSE is associated with improvements in posture, pain, and quality of life. Eligible participants must have not had scoliosis surgery and must be able to perform PSSE during the study period. The study is conducted at Gaziosmanpasa Training and Research Hospital in Istanbul, under the lead sponsor Gaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Aged 20-40 years
* Diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis by a specialist physician
* Cobb angle between 15-40 degrees
* Able to perform PSSE exercises throughout the study period
* VAS ≥3 at the start of the study
* Has had pain complaints for at least 3 months
* Individuals who have agreed in writing to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals who have undergone scoliosis surgery
* Individuals with neuromuscular, congenital, or secondary scoliosis
* Individuals with rheumatological, inflammatory, or serious chronic diseases (such as cardiopulmonary insufficiency or kidney disease)
* Pregnant and breastfeeding women
* Conditions in which peloidotherapy is contraindicated (active skin infection, open wound, serious dermatological disease, history of allergic reaction, severe cardiopulmonary, kidney or liver failure, bleeding disorder or anticoagulant use, pregnancy/breastfeeding, and systemic infection)
* Individuals with serious psychiatric disorders that may interfere with treatment compliance or affect consent
* Individuals receiving additional physical therapy during the study period

Where it's running

• Gaziosmanpasa Training and Research Hospital
  Istanbul, Gaziosmanpasa, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Sinem Turkmen Ozoguz, MD — Gaziosmanpasa Training and Research Hospital Physical Rehabilitation Department
• Study coordinator: Sinem Turkmen Ozoguz, MD
• Email: turkmen_sinem@hotmail.com
• Phone: +90 554 820 47 69

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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.