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Comparative Effectiveness of Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis-Specific Exercises With Idiopathic Scoliosis
Sponsor: Hasan Kalyoncu University
Summary
This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis-Specific Exercises (PSSE-Schroth) compared with General Exercises in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis over a 12-month intervention period. Primary outcomes include Cobb angle progression and brace prescription rate. Secondary outcomes include trunk rotation, quality of life, self-image, and body symmetry.
Official title: Comparative Effectiveness of Physiotherapeutic Scoliosis-Specific Exercises Versus General Exercises in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
10 Years - 18 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
32
Start Date
2024-04-18
Completion Date
2025-11-18
Last Updated
2026-04-27
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
PSSE-Schroth Exercises
Participants performed individualized PSSE-Schroth exercises based on curve pattern, including corrective breathing, postural correction, and ADL training
General Exercises
Participants performed general strengthening and stretching exercises without scoliosis-specific correction.
Locations (1)
Hasan Kalyoncu University
Gaziantep, Şahinbey, Turkey (Türkiye)