NCT06682702

Effectiveness of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Breathing Exercises With Schroth in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

The Effectiveness of Dynamic Neuromuscular Stabilization Breathing Exercises in Addition to Schroth Exercises in Individuals With Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 26 (actual)
• Sponsor: Uskudar University · Academic / Other
• Sex: All
• Age: 10 Years – 18 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

In our study, the degree of scoliosis curvature in volunteers will be determined using full-body standing X-rays. Additionally, the rotation degree of the spinal curvature in volunteers will be assessed with a scoliosis meter (a type of ruler) through the forward bending test while standing. To measure the impact of scoliosis on the quality of life, the SRS-22 questionnaire, consisting of 22 questions, will be used. The level of pain experienced by volunteers as a result of scoliosis will be evaluated using the visual analog scale (VAS), where pain intensity is marked on a 10 centimeter line. Lastly, the volunteers; breathing patterns will be assessed by measuring chest circumference with a tape measure.

Detailed description

In this randomized controlled trial, we aim to assess various physical and quality of life parameters in volunteers with scoliosis. The degree of spinal curvature will be measured using full body standing X-rays, providing a detailed assessment of the scoliosis angle. Additionally, the rotation degree of the spinal curvature will be evaluated with a scoliosis meter during the forward bending test, which is commonly used to gauge the rotational component of scoliosis. Quality of life will be assessed using the Scoliosis Research Society-22 (SRS-22) questionnaire, a validated tool consisting of 22 questions designed to evaluate function, pain, self image, mental health, and satisfaction in individuals with scoliosis. To quantify pain levels experienced due to scoliosis, the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) will be used, in which participants mark their pain intensity on a 10 centimeter line, ranging from "no pain" to "worst pain imaginable." This provides an accurate, subjective measure of pain severity. Breathing patterns will also be evaluated by measuring the volunteers' chest circumference at full inspiration and expiration using a standard tape measure, allowing us to assess any potential restrictions in lung expansion related to the spinal curvature. Through this comprehensive evaluation, we hope to gain a clearer understanding of how scoliosis affects both the physical and psychological well being of individuals and identify potential areas for therapeutic intervention.

Conditions

• Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS)

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	DNS Group	ISST Schroth exercises are a model of exercise aimed at correcting scoliosis in three dimensions. Dynamic neuromuscular stabilization exercises, on the other hand, are designed to achieve sagittal stabilization by utilizing the stabilizing function of the thoracic diaphragm muscle.
OTHER	Schroth Group	ISST Schroth exercises are a model of exercise aimed at correcting scoliosis in three dimensions.

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-11-15
• Primary completion: 2025-01-07
• Completion: 2025-03-07
• First posted: 2024-11-12
• Last updated: 2026-03-27

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)