THE ADULT DEGENERATIVE SCOLIOSIS EXERCISE TRIAL
Quality of Life | Pain | Scoliosis | Randomized Controlled Trial | Exercise | Physical Therapy | DisabilityAdult Degenerative Scoliosis is a common spinal deformity. Prior research showed that scoliosis-specific exercises can improve pain, quality of life, and disability but, Schroth exercises have not been tested in adults. This pilot study aims to: 1) Determine the recruitment rate; 2) Demonstrate the feasibility; and 3) Estimate the effect for all outcomes.
Participants randomised to Schroth treatment will receive 5 one on one and 9 group exercise sessions over 3 months. Controls will receive the current treatment standard.
We will assess changes in posture, back extensor endurance, function, pain, and quality of life. 3D Ultrasound imaging of the spine will help measure curve angles, and vertebra rotation.
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Conditions de participation
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Sexe:
Any -
Âges admissibles:
50 and up
Critères de participation
Inclusion Criteria:
Adults over 50 years old with degenerative scoliosis with pain are eligible. Other inclusion criteria are: (1) curves 15°-45°.
Exclusion Criteria:
Curves over 50° are surgical candidates, and will be excluded. Patients who have had cortisone or anesthetic injections within the last 3 months, surgery or presenting contra-indications to exercises (fractures, cancer, severe cardio-vascular co-morbidities, or osteopenia) will be excluded.
Lieu de l'étude
University of Alberta
University of AlbertaEdmonton, Alberta
Canada
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- University of Alberta
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- ID de l'étude:
Pro00086262