Scoliosis-specific exercises to improve physical fitness in adolescents
The Effects of Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercises on Physical Fitness Parameters in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis
This study will test whether a scoliosis-specific corrective exercise program with postural education can improve strength, flexibility, motor performance, and cardiorespiratory endurance in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 10 Years to 19 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istinye University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT07249502 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
Adolescents aged 10–19 with idiopathic scoliosis (Cobb angle 10°–45°) will be enrolled and receive a scoliosis-specific corrective exercise program combined with postural education and basic corrective exercises. The intervention is delivered as supervised exercise sessions targeting spinal alignment, respiratory function, muscle strength, flexibility, and motor control over a defined intervention period. Physical fitness outcomes including muscle strength, flexibility, motor performance, and cardiorespiratory endurance will be measured at baseline and after the intervention. Participants with prior scoliosis-specific exercise treatment, surgical history, or medical conditions that contraindicate exercise are excluded.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Adolescents 10–19 years old with idiopathic scoliosis and a Cobb angle between 10° and 45°, who have not previously done scoliosis-specific exercises and can attend regular supervised sessions, are ideal candidates.
Not a fit: Patients with Cobb angles above 45°, prior spinal surgery, neuromuscular or other serious medical conditions that make exercise unsafe, or those unable to participate in supervised in-person sessions are unlikely to benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, the program could improve strength, flexibility, endurance, and daily functioning for adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis, and may help slow curve progression and improve quality of life.
How similar studies have performed: Previous work using Schroth and SEAS approaches has shown benefits for posture, curve progression, respiratory function, and psychosocial outcomes, but strong evidence specifically showing broad improvements in physical fitness parameters is limited.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis confirmed by an orthopedic specialist * Cobb angle between 10° and 45° on standing anteroposterior radiograph * Age between 10 and 19 years * No prior history of scoliosis-specific exercise treatment * Ability to participate regularly in the exercise program -Voluntary willingness to participate in the study - Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of mental, rheumatologic, neuromuscular, cardiovascular, or pulmonary disorders * Pain or orthopedic conditions that prevent participation in exercise * Visual and/or hearing impairments affecting communication or assessment * History of spinal surgery, spinal tumor, or related interventions * Any medical condition for which exercise is contraindicated * Communication difficulties that limit participation
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Istinye University — Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Kubra Kardeş, Asst. Prof.
- Email: kubra.koce@istinye.edu.tr
- Phone: 05387115631
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.