The Effect of Three-Dimensional Exercises ( Schroth Method ) on Trunk Muscle Endurance, Sleep Quality, and Quality of Life in Adolescents With Hyperkyphosis
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Conditions studied: Spine Deformity, Kyphosis, Adolescent, Sleep Quality, Trunk Muscle Endurance
In brief
Adolescence is a critical period for spinal growth, and progression of thoracic hyperkyphosis may lead to pain, weak trunk muscles, sleep disturbances, and reduced quality of life. This study aims to investigate the effects of three-dimensional exercise program based on the Schroth Method on trunk muscle endurance, thoracic kyphosis angle, pain, sleep quality and quality of life in adolescents aged 12-18 years with hyperkyphosis.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07261358
- Run by
- Gaziosmanpasa Research and Education Hospital
- People needed
- 60
- Starts
- 2025-10-06
- Expected to finish
- 2026-05-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-02-11
Who can join
Age: 12 and older, up to 18. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Adolescents between 12 and 18 years of age
- Presence of thoracic kyphosis with a T3-T12 Cobb angle ≥45° measured on a lateral thoracic radiograph
- Sufficient physical and cognitive ability to actively participate in the exercise protocol for at least 3 months
- Adequate communication and cognitive capacity to understand the educational materials provided
- Ability and willingness to regularly complete the exercise log throughout the study period
You may not qualify if…
- Scoliosis with a Cobb angle >10° in the coronal plane
- Presence of structural spinal deformities such as vertebral fracture, spondylolisthesis
- History of previous spinal surgery
- Neuromuscular disorders that may affect the spine (e.g., cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy)
- Structural or functional pathologies involving the spine, pelvic complex, or shoulder girdle
- Balance disorders such as vestibular dysfunction, vertigo, or other conditions affecting postural control
- Inability to comply with the exercise protocol due to intellectual disability, severe behavioral disorders, or significant communication impairments
- Participation in professional-level sports activities that may influence exercise capacity or musculoskeletal function
- Presence of serious cardiopulmonary diseases (e.g., congenital heart disease, pulmonary hypertension)
Where it is running
- Gazisomanpasa Training and Research Hospital — Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (enrolling)
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