Using 3D scanning technology to evaluate scoliosis in adolescents
Prospective Validation of 3D Body Surface Modeling for Patient Monitoring in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
This study is testing if 3D scanning with a smartphone can accurately measure scoliosis in teenagers, offering a less invasive option compared to regular X-rays.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 10 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | NSite Medical Industry-sponsored |
| Locations | 2 sites (Palo Alto, California and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06035952 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to validate the use of three-dimensional topographical scanning technology as a tool for evaluating scoliosis in adolescents aged 10 to 18. Participants will undergo 360-degree scans using a smartphone camera during their clinic visits, alongside standard X-ray imaging. The goal is to assess how accurately the 3D scans can estimate the Cobb Angle, which measures the degree of spinal curvature, thereby providing a less invasive alternative to traditional radiographic methods.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adolescents aged 10 to 18 who are being evaluated or followed for scoliosis.
Not a fit: Patients with scoliosis caused by secondary conditions or those whose parents/guardians cannot provide consent will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could offer a more accessible and less invasive method for monitoring scoliosis progression in adolescents.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of 3D scanning technology in medical evaluations is gaining interest, this specific application for scoliosis assessment is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Ages 10 and 18 years old Exclusion Criteria: * Scoliosis caused by another condition (e.g., secondary scoliosis) * Parents/guardians unable to consent * English is not the primary language (to avoid miscommunication)
Where this trial is running
Palo Alto, California and 1 other locations
- Stanford University School of Medicine — Palo Alto, California, United States (Recruiting)
- Duke University — Durham, North Carolina, United States (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Kali Tileston, MD — Stanford University
- Study coordinator: Michael J. Gardner, MD
- Email: mike@nsitemedical.com
- Phone: 9175846909
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.