New technique for early childhood scoliosis correction
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests a new way of treating early-onset scoliosis in young children without needing surgery at first. It aims to correct the spine curve using a special technique, which might help avoid more invasive treatments later.
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Who can take part
- The child must be under 10 years old
- The child has never had surgery for scoliosis before
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