The Effects of Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercises on Physical Fitness Parameters in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis
试验速览
- 阶段
- 不适用
- 状态
- 已完成
- 入组人数
- 42
- 试验地点
- 1
- 主要终点
- Muscle Strength
研究概览
简要总结
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis is a common musculoskeletal condition characterized by a three-dimensional spinal deformity, affecting approximately 2-4% of adolescents worldwide and occurring more frequently in girls. Beyond spinal curvature, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis can negatively influence physical fitness, muscular strength, respiratory function, postural control, and participation in daily activities. These factors may reduce overall functional capacity and quality of life.
Scoliosis-specific corrective exercises, including approaches such as Schroth and The Scientific Exercise Approach to Scoliosis, have been shown to improve postural symmetry, slow curve progression, and enhance respiratory and psychosocial outcomes. However, the effects of these exercises on physical fitness parameters-such as muscle strength, flexibility, motor performance, and cardiorespiratory endurance-remain insufficiently studied.
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of scoliosis-specific corrective exercises on physical fitness parameters in adolescents diagnosed with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. Measures of strength, flexibility, motor performance, and cardiorespiratory endurance will be assessed before and after the intervention. Findings from this study are expected to contribute to the development of evidence-based conservative treatment protocols focusing not only on curve progression but also on functional capacity and overall fitness in adolescents with scoliosis.
研究设计
- 研究类型
- Interventional
- 分配方式
- Randomized
- 干预模型
- Parallel
- 主要目的
- Treatment
- 盲法
- Double (Investigator, Outcomes Assessor)
入排标准
- 年龄范围
- 10 Years 至 19 Years（Child, Adult）
- 性别
- All
- 接受健康志愿者
- 否
入选标准
- •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 -
排除标准
- •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
研究组 & 干预措施
Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercise Group
Participants in this group will receive an individualized scoliosis-specific corrective exercise program based on the Schroth classification. The program focuses on three-dimensional spinal correction and stabilization. Each participant will attend supervised sessions delivered by a Schroth-certified physiotherapist for 45-60 minutes, twice per week, for a total of 16 sessions over 8 weeks. Home exercises will also be prescribed and monitored for adherence.
干预措施: Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercise Program (Behavioral)
Postural Education Control Group
Postural education and basic corrective exercise elements performed at home 2 times per week for 8 weeks.
干预措施: Postural Education and Basic Corrective Exercises (Behavioral)
结局指标
主要结局
Muscle Strength
时间窗: 8 weeks
Muscle strength of the quadriceps, middle deltoid, and handgrip will be assessed using a handheld dynamometer. The change in strength from baseline to 8 weeks will be analyzed.
次要结局
- Aerobic Capacity(8 weeks)
- Sit and Reach Test(8 weeks)
- Shoulder Mobility Test(8 weeks)
- Y-Balance Test(8 weeks)
- Body mass index(8 weeks)
- waist circumference(8 weeks)
- Hip Circumference waist circumference(8 weeks)
- Neck Circumference(8 weeks)
- Waist-Hip Ratio waist circumference(8 weeks)
- Walter Reed Visual Assessment Scale(8 weeks)
- Scoliosis Research Society-22 Questionnaire Score(8 weeks)
- Aerobic Capacity(8 weeks)
- Sit and Reach Test(8 weeks)
- Shoulder Mobility Test(8 weeks)
- Y-Balance Test(8 weeks)
- Body mass index(8 weeks)
- waist circumference(8 weeks)
- Hip Circumference waist circumference(8 weeks)
- Neck Circumference(8 weeks)
- Waist-Hip Ratio waist circumference(8 weeks)
- Walter Reed Visual Assessment Scale(8 weeks)
- Scoliosis Research Society-22 Questionnaire Score(8 weeks)
研究者
Tuğçe Yavuz
Principal Investigator
Istinye University