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NCT Number: NCT03823053

The Effect of the Core Stabilization Training on Respiratory Parameters , Functional Capacity and Balance 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. In addition, the quality of life in these individuals is also seen to decrease.Children with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis have inadequate respiratory function and a decrease in functional capacity. At the same time, these children show muscle weakness in certain parts of the body.

The aim of this study was to investigate the relationship between home based core stabilization training, respiratory parameters, peripheral muscle strength, balance, functional capacity and quality of life in individuals with young scoliosis. The investigators suggest that the addition of core stabilization training to children with mild and moderate adolescent idiopathic scoliosis will produce good results.

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Key information

Conditions

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

Age range

10 year–24 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Bezmialem Vakıf University

Istanbul, Eyüp, 34050, Turkey (Türkiye)

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis diagnosis

Exclusion criteria

  • Documented diagnosis any of cardiopulmonary, neurological, orthopedic or mental disorders which may affect the assessments results.
  • Subjects previously undertaken any of spinal surgeries.
  • Subjects involved in exercise training 3 or more days a week.

Treatment and study plan

Home Based Traditional Scoliosis Exercise

Other

Program will include posture exercises, strengthening exercises of interscapular muscle and limb, diaphragmatic breathing exercises and stretching exercises for lumbar extensor, hip flexor, hamstring, pectoral muscles. Exercises will be applied 1 sets of 10 repetitions and once a day.

Home Based Core Stabilization Training

Other

Program will include posture exercises, strengthening exercises of interscapular muscle and limb, diaphragmatic breathing exercises and stretching exercises for lumbar extensor, hip flexor, hamstring, pectoral muscles. In addition, the training group received core stabilization exercises for multifidus, transversus abdominis, diaphragm,erector spines, rectus abdominis, internal and external obliques, quadratus lumborum, gluteus maximus, and pelvic floor muscles.Exercises will be applied 1 sets of 10 repetitions and once a day.

Primary outcomes

  1. Change from baseline Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) at 8 weeks

    Time frame: Eight weeks

  2. Change from baseline Forced Expiratory volume in 1 second (FEV1)at 8 weeks

    Time frame: Eight weeks

  3. Change from baseline Peripheral Muscle strength at 8 weeks

    Time frame: Eight weeks

  4. Change from baseline Balance at 8 weeks

    Time frame: Eight weeks

  5. Change from baseline distance covered in Six- Minute Walk Test at 8 weeks

    Time frame: Eight weeks

Secondary outcomes

  1. Change from baseline axial trunk rotation (ATR)

    Time frame: Eight weeks

    Measurements will be applied with Bunnell Scoliometer by physiotherapist.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Bezmialem Vakif University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

The Effect of Core Stabilization Training on Respiratory Parameters, Peripheral Muscle Strength, Balance, Functional Capacity and Quality of Life in Children With Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

Important dates

Study start
2019
Primary completion
2019
Study completion
2019
First posted
Jan 30, 2019
Registry last updated
Nov 13, 2020

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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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