Clinical trials
Scoliosis clinical trials
Below are recruiting scoliosis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 120 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05774002Recruiting
Psychological check-in for teens getting back surgery for scoliosis
This study asks teens with idiopathic scoliosis to complete psychological assessments while planning for elective back surgery. It may help doctors better understand patients’ mental and emotional needs around surgery.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 10–19 - NCT03935295RecruitingPhase 4
Dysport with a brace for teens with specific scoliosis curves
This trial studies whether adding Dysport (a botulinum toxin shot) to standard bracing can improve scoliosis in teens. It’s mainly for certain curve patterns and requires careful brace follow-through.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 10–16 - NCT05538871Recruiting
Testing body movement and physical capacity in scoliosis adults
This study checks how well people can move and perform physical tasks if they have scoliosis (an uneven spine), or if they’re a healthy comparison group. It may help researchers better understand how body structure and function are affected by different types of scoliosis.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT04761549Recruiting
3D planning study for scoliosis surgery decisions
This study looks at how 3D measurements and biomechanical (how the spine moves/loads) information can help guide decisions for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis surgery. It may help your team plan treatment more accurately when you’re scheduled for tethering or selective fusion.
Leuven, Vlaams-BrabantAges 10 years+ - NCT03862417Recruiting
Exercise program for adults with degenerative scoliosis pain
This pilot study tests an exercise program to help reduce pain and improve function in adults over 50 with degenerative scoliosis. It may be helpful if your spine curve is in a moderate range and you’re not recently had certain injections or surgery.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 50 years+ - NCT03506334Enrolling by invitation
Tether surgery to treat pediatric spine curvature
This study looks at a surgical method (an “anterior vertebral body tether”) to help straighten the spine in growing children with certain types of scoliosis. It aims to see how well the tether system works over the next 2 years, compared with expected progress without the surgery.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 10–16 - NCT03107533Recruiting
Shared decision support for moderate scoliosis
This study tests a shared decision-making approach to help people with scoliosis make treatment choices together with their care team. It may help ensure you understand options and feel more confident about your plan.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 13 years+ - NCT02610855Enrolling by invitation
Study of activity and muscle function in children with scoliosis
This study looks at how children’s activity levels and muscle performance change in different scoliosis treatments (surgery, bracing, or healthy peers). It uses motion sensors and an ultrasound-based test to better understand what treatments may do to the body’s muscles.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 9–16 - NCT04505579Recruiting
Study of a spinal tether to treat worsening scoliosis
This trial studies a surgically placed “tether” system to help stop or slow worsening in certain types of scoliosis in growing teens. It’s for people whose curve is moderate-to-severe and who could not tolerate or didn’t respond to bracing.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT07779070Recruiting
Supervised or home exercises for scoliosis in teens
This study compares two ways of doing scoliosis-specific exercises (Schroth exercises) to see if doing them at home works as well as doing them with a therapist. Teens with mild to moderate scoliosis may improve their posture and spine curve.
Siliviri, IstanbulAges 10–18 - NCT04601363Recruiting
Personalized spine registry for people with spinal hardware
This registry follows people who recently had spinal surgery where custom (patient-specific) spine hardware (like rods) was placed. It collects consent and health questionnaires to learn how these implants affect patients over time.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 10–85 - NCT07722117Recruiting
Reiki for pain after back surgery
This trial tests if Reiki, a gentle hands-on energy therapy, can help reduce pain after lumbar (lower back) surgery. It may offer a drug-free option to help you feel better during recovery.
ParisAges 18 years+ - NCT07632833Recruiting
Comfort tote for teens recovering from spine surgery
This study tests whether giving teens a special comfort tote with calming items helps them feel better and recover more smoothly after surgery for scoliosis. It is for patients aged 10 to 21 who are having spinal fusion at a specific hospital.
New York, New YorkAges 12–21 - NCT04081896Recruiting
Rehab program for adults with spine pain
This trial studies whether a prescribed physical therapy (rehab) program helps people with spine pain. It may help by improving pain and function when a clinician has already recommended rehabilitation.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–89 - NCT07602595Recruiting
Understanding pain after childhood rheumatic disease or surgery
This study helps researchers learn how young adults (ages 14–26) who had rheumatic disease or orthopedic surgery as children experience pain over time. By understanding your story, the study may help doctors better support others facing similar challenges.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 14–26 - NCT06717568Recruiting
Using 3D camera to check scoliosis in teens
This trial tests a 3D depth camera to measure spinal curves in teens with scoliosis. It may help avoid repeated X-rays while tracking your curve.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 10–18 - NCT06755138Recruiting
Scoliosis, pain, and quality of life in Duchenne muscular dystrophy
This study looks at how scoliosis (curved spine) and back pain affect daily life in people with Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Researchers will measure muscle strength and compensation patterns to understand these links.
SeoulAges 11–30 - NCT07516574Enrolling by invitation
Exercise program before scoliosis surgery in teens
This trial tests whether doing special exercises before spine surgery helps teens with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (a sideways curve of the spine). The goal is to see if pre-surgery exercise improves how patients recover and feel after surgery.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 10–18 - NCT06758115Recruiting
Brain and Muscle Study for Teens with Scoliosis
This study looks at how the brain and muscles work together in teens with spinal curves (scoliosis). It uses skin sensors and brain wave tests to understand muscle control, which may help improve treatments.
HangzhouAges 10–18 - NCT07421752Recruiting
Robot accuracy test in spinal surgery
This trial tests how accurately a robotic system helps place screws in the spine during surgery. It may benefit people who need spinal surgery that involves inserting pedicle screws.
AmiensAges 5 years+ - NCT03915106Recruiting
Quality of life in teens with scoliosis needing brace or surgery
This study looks at how much day-to-day quality of life changes for people with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis who either need a brace or need surgery. It uses a short questionnaire to understand how treatment affects comfort, activity, and overall well-being.
ShatinAges Any age - NCT07391488Enrolling by invitation
Lumbopelvic rhythm & posture in scoliosis
This study looks at how the way your lower back and pelvis move together affects your balance, daily activities, and quality of life if you have scoliosis. It aims to find better ways to help you move and feel better.
Ankara, ÇorumAges 10–18 - NCT07389096RecruitingPhase 4
Pain relief without opioids for teens having spine surgery
This trial tests if a drug combination that avoids opioids can safely control pain during and after scoliosis surgery in teenagers. It aims to reduce opioid side effects and improve recovery.
Port SaidAges 8–18 - NCT07379801Recruiting
Ballet dancers with scoliosis: A study on bone health and exercise
This study looks at how scoliosis affects the bones and muscles of young female ballet dancers during puberty. It also tests whether a special exercise program can help. Eligible dancers will be followed for a year.
HaifaAges 11–16
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for scoliosis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 120 recruiting scoliosis studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a scoliosis trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a scoliosis trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.