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Official title Trial of Flexible Bracing Treatment of Adolescents Idiopathic Scoliosis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04116723
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Scoliosis is the three-dimensional (3D) deformity of the spine and trunk. The majority or 80% of the scoliosis cases are idiopathic which means that the cause is unknown.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 10 to 15, women only
You may be able to join if
- Teenagers diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Cobb's angle between 20 to 45 degrees
- Immature skeletons (Risser grade 0-2)
- Types of scoliosis are classified by the Lenke classification system
- Have received rigid brace treatment
You likely can't join if
- Contraindications for x-ray exposure
- Diagnosis of other musculoskeletal or developmental illness that might be responsible for the spinal curvature
- History of previous surgical treatment for AIS
- Contraindications for pulmonary and/ or exercise tests
- Psychiatric disorders
- Recent trauma
See the full eligibility criteria
- Teenagers diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis
- Cobb's angle between 20 to 45 degrees
- Immature skeletons (Risser grade 0-2)
- Types of scoliosis are classified by the Lenke classification system
- Have received rigid brace treatment
- Contraindications for x-ray exposure
- Diagnosis of other musculoskeletal or developmental illness that might be responsible for the spinal curvature
- History of previous surgical treatment for AIS
- Contraindications for pulmonary and/ or exercise tests
- Psychiatric disorders
- Recent trauma
- Recent traumatic (emotional) event
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hong Kong, China
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 10 years to 15 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hong Kong, China. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.