Finding the best brace timing for scoliosis in growing teens
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study looks at adolescent idiopathic scoliosis—a common sideways curve in otherwise healthy teens—and tests which bracing approach is best for teens who are still growing. It may help guide families on the most helpful brace type and when it’s likely to work best.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (in a teen who is otherwise healthy)
- Your growth is still happening (Risser 0 to 2, meaning you likely have remaining growth)
- A clinician has prescribed a brace—either a underarm (Boston) brace or a Milwaukee brace
- You can attend follow-up visits for the study
- You (and your guardian, if needed) agree to take part in the study
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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