Comparing two smartphone apps to measure spine curve
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether two different smartphone apps can accurately measure the curve of your spine. You will be asked to stand naturally while the apps take pictures to measure your spinal curvature.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be at least 18 years old.
- You must be able to stand and walk without needing a cane, walker, or other device.
- You should not have had any back or leg pain in the last 6 months.
- You must not have had a recent leg or foot injury (like a dislocation or sprain) in the past month.
- You must not have broken any bone in your leg or foot in the last 6 months.
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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