Is Respiratory Muscle Strength, Peripheral Muscle Strength and Postural Control Affected in Scoliosis?

The vertebral column is a structure that transfers the weight of the head and torso to the lower extremity, provides trunk movements and protects the spinal cord.A three dimensional deformity involving lateral flexion of the vertebrae in the frontal plane at 10 ° and above, including axial rotation and physiologic flexion (hypokyphosis) components in the sagittal plane, is defined as scoliosis. Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a type of idiopathic scoliosis that occurs in the period from the onset of puberty (up to 10 years) until the closure of growth plates.

Scoliosis is caused by postural, balance and neuromotor disorders as a primary cause of impaired sensory integrity, proprioceptive feedback deficits, secondary lung problems, organ disorders and pain. Children with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis have inadequate respiratory function. At the same time, these children show muscle weakness in certain parts of the body.

The aim of this study is to compare young adolescents with scoliosis with their healthy peers and examine whether respiratory muscle strength, peripheral muscle strength and postural control are affected.

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Key information

Conditions

Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis Bone Diseases Musculoskeletal Diseases Scoliosis Spinal Curvatures Spinal Diseases

Age range

10 year–20 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Bezmialem Vakıf University

Istanbul, Eyüp, 34050, Turkey (Türkiye)

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

Individuals agreeing to participate in the study
In the age range of 10-20
Patients with scoliosis with a Cobb angle of 15-40 degrees measured on X-Ray

Exclusion criteria

Surgical operation in the last 3 months
Having mental, communicative and behavioral disorders that may cause problems understanding commands and questions or performing exercises.

Treatment and study plan

Respiratory Pressure Meter (MicroRPM)

Device

Peripheral muscle strength, respiratory muscle strength and postural controls of all adolescents will be evaluated. The values of the scoliotic and healthy groups will be compared.

Other names: Biodex Balance System®

Primary outcomes

Respiratory Muscle Strength

Time frame: Baseline

Respiratory muscle strength will be made with a portable, electronic intraoral pressure measuring device.
Peripheral Muscle Strength

Time frame: Baseline

Peripheral muscle strength will be performed using an electronic dynamometer.
Postural Control

Time frame: Baseline

Postural Stability and Balance will be evaluated with the Biodex Balance System®.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Bezmialem Vakif University

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Registry information

Official study title

Is Respiratory Muscle Strength, Peripheral Muscle Strength and Postural Control Affected in Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis?

Important dates

Study start: 2022
Primary completion: 2023
Study completion: 2023
First posted: Apr 27, 2023
Registry last updated: Aug 7, 2024

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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