Virtual reality versus traditional exercises for scoliosis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of doing Schroth exercises (special exercises to help straighten the spine) for teens with moderate scoliosis. One method uses a virtual reality headset, and the other uses the traditional approach. The goal is to see which improves how the spine moves during daily activities.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 10 and 19 years old.
- You have a type of scoliosis (curved spine) called adolescent idiopathic scoliosis, and the curve is moderate (20 to 35 degrees on an X-ray).
- The curve is located in the lower part of the spine or where the ribs meet the spine (thoracolumbar).
- You have not had spinal surgery before.
- You can do exercises on your own and have no severe pain (less than 8 out of 10).
- You have never used a virtual reality headset before.
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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