Pilates for kids with backpack-related back pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if Pilates exercises can help children aged 12-16 who have back pain and poor posture from carrying heavy backpacks.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 12 and 16 years old
- You have back pain that might be from your backpack
- You have a curved upper back (more than 40 degrees) when standing straight
- You are generally healthy and active
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Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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