Scoliosis-Specific Exercises on Physical Fitness Parameters

NCT07249502 | Recruiting

• 1 other identifier: 25-119
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 40
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

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.

Conditions

Scoliosis Idiopathic Adolescent; Scoliosis Idiopathic Adolescent Treatment

Keywords

Scoliosis; Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercises; Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (1)

• Muscle Strength

  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.

  8 weeks

Secondary Outcomes (11)

• 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

Study Arms (2)

Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercise Group

EXPERIMENTAL

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.

Behavioral: Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercise Program

Postural Education Control Group

ACTIVE COMPARATOR

Postural education and basic corrective exercise elements performed at home 2 times per week for 8 weeks.

Behavioral: Postural Education and Basic Corrective Exercises

Interventions

Postural Education and Basic Corrective Exercises BEHAVIORAL

Postural education and basic corrective exercise elements to be performed at home twice per week for 8 weeks.

Postural Education Control Group

Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercise Program BEHAVIORAL

An individualized scoliosis-specific corrective exercise program based on the Schroth method, delivered by a certified physiotherapist twice per week for 8 weeks.

Scoliosis-Specific Corrective Exercise Group

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 10 Years - 19 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: No
• Age Groups: Child (0-17), Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• 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 -

You may not qualify if:

• 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

Sponsors & Collaborators

• Istinye University: lead

Study Sites (1)

Istinye University

Istanbul, 34010, Turkey (Türkiye)

RECRUITING

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Scoliosis

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Spinal Curvatures; Spinal Diseases; Bone Diseases; Musculoskeletal Diseases

Central Study Contacts

Kubra Kardeş, Asst. Prof.

CONTACT

05387115631; kubra.koce@istinye.edu.tr

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: DOUBLE
• Who Masked: INVESTIGATOR, OUTCOMES ASSESSOR
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Principal Investigator

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: November 18, 2025
• First Posted: November 25, 2025
• Study Start: November 19, 2025
• Primary Completion (Estimated): May 15, 2026
• Study Completion (Estimated): May 30, 2026
• Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Record last verified: 2025-11

Data Sharing

• IPD Sharing: Will not share

Locations

TU (1)