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2025-12-24 @ 6:31 PM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-29 @ 12:53 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06904157
Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Last Update Posted:
2025-04-01
First Post:
2025-02-27
Is NOT Gene Therapy:
True
Has Adverse Events:
False
Brief Title:
Investigation of Shoulder Position, Upper Extremity Proprioception, and Function in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis Using Braces
Sponsor:
Gözde Yagci (Gür)
Organization:
Study Overview
Official Title:
Investigation of Shoulder Head Position, Upper Extremity Proprioception, and Upper Extremity Function in Adolescents With Idiopathic Scoliosis Using Braces
Status:
NOT_YET_RECRUITING
Status Verified Date:
2025-03
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
False
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
This study aims to investigate the effects of brace use on shoulder position, upper extremity proprioception, and upper extremity function in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Participants will be assessed under both in-brace and out-brace conditions. The control group's upper extremity proprioception and upper extremity function will be assessed under out-brace condition. Shoulder position will be evaluated using a photographic method, while upper extremity proprioception (angular deviation) will be measured with the Laser Pointer-Assisted Angle Reproduction Test. Upper extremity function will be assessed through muscle strength tests, the Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Stability Test, the Medicine Ball Throw Test, the Finger-to-Nose Test, the Nellson Hand Reaction Test, and the Minnesota Manual Dexterity Test. Adolescents diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis who have been prescribed brace treatment and have no history of spinal surgery or neurological/musculoskeletal conditions affecting upper extremity function will be included. Individuals with congenital or neuromuscular scoliosis, previous spinal surgery, neurological disorders affecting proprioception, or those unable to comply with study assessments will be excluded. This study aims to provide insights into the impact of bracing on proprioception and upper extremity function, contributing to the development of rehabilitation strategies for scoliosis management.
Detailed Description:
Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a complex three-dimensional spinal deformity characterized by lateral curvature and vertebral rotation, affecting postural alignment, musculoskeletal function, and neuromuscular control. AIS can lead to asymmetrical loading of the spine and trunk, potentially altering proprioception, postural stability, and functional capacity. Bracing is a widely used conservative treatment aimed at preventing curve progression and maintaining spinal alignment during skeletal growth. However, its effects on upper extremity function, proprioception, and shoulder biomechanics remain underexplored.
Proprioception, the body's ability to sense movement and position, plays a critical role in motor control and stability. In AIS, spinal asymmetry and altered postural alignment may disrupt proprioceptive feedback mechanisms, leading to compensatory movement strategies and potential impairments in upper extremity coordination and function. Additionally, bracing may impose external constraints that influence neuromuscular activation patterns and joint positioning, further affecting movement efficiency and functional performance.
This study aims to investigate the impact of brace use on shoulder position, upper extremity proprioception, and functional performance in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Participants will be assessed in both braced and unbraced conditions to determine how brace-related mechanical constraints influence proprioceptive accuracy, postural adaptation, and functional motor skills. Shoulder position will be analyzed through photographic assessment, while proprioception will be measured using the Laser Pointer-Assisted Angle Reproduction Test. Upper extremity function will be evaluated using standardized clinical assessments, including strength tests, stability and coordination measures, and reaction time assessments.
Understanding the effects of bracing on upper extremity proprioception and function is essential for optimizing rehabilitation strategies in AIS. This study seeks to provide evidence that can inform clinical decision-making regarding brace design, therapy interventions, and functional training approaches to minimize movement restrictions and enhance musculoskeletal performance in adolescents undergoing brace treatment.
Proprioception, the body's ability to sense movement and position, plays a critical role in motor control and stability. In AIS, spinal asymmetry and altered postural alignment may disrupt proprioceptive feedback mechanisms, leading to compensatory movement strategies and potential impairments in upper extremity coordination and function. Additionally, bracing may impose external constraints that influence neuromuscular activation patterns and joint positioning, further affecting movement efficiency and functional performance.
This study aims to investigate the impact of brace use on shoulder position, upper extremity proprioception, and functional performance in adolescents with idiopathic scoliosis. Participants will be assessed in both braced and unbraced conditions to determine how brace-related mechanical constraints influence proprioceptive accuracy, postural adaptation, and functional motor skills. Shoulder position will be analyzed through photographic assessment, while proprioception will be measured using the Laser Pointer-Assisted Angle Reproduction Test. Upper extremity function will be evaluated using standardized clinical assessments, including strength tests, stability and coordination measures, and reaction time assessments.
Understanding the effects of bracing on upper extremity proprioception and function is essential for optimizing rehabilitation strategies in AIS. This study seeks to provide evidence that can inform clinical decision-making regarding brace design, therapy interventions, and functional training approaches to minimize movement restrictions and enhance musculoskeletal performance in adolescents undergoing brace treatment.
Study Oversight
Has Oversight DMC:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Drug?:
False
Is a FDA Regulated Device?:
False
Is an Unapproved Device?:
None
Is a PPSD?:
None
Is a US Export?:
False
Is an FDA AA801 Violation?:
Secondary ID Infos
| Secondary ID | Type | Domain | Link | View |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SBA 23/116 | OTHER | Hacettepe University Research Ethics Committee | View |