Synergic Effects of Schroth Method With and Without Core Stabilization Exercises in Idiopathic Scoliosis Patients

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

A randomized controlled trial was conducted on 72 patients diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis at the University of Lahore Teaching Hospital. The study aimed to explore the synergistic effects of the Schroth method with and without core stabilization exercises. Participants were randomly allocated into two groups: Group A, which received both the Schroth method and core stabilization exercises, and Group B, which received only the Schroth method. The intervention lasted for 10 weeks, with assessments conducted at baseline, the 5th week, and the 10th week. Outcome measures included Cobb angle (spinal curvature), lumbar extensor endurance (Sorensen test), chest mobility, and quality of life (SRS-22 questionnaire). The study found significant improvements in all outcome measures for both groups, with Group A showing superior results. The addition of core stabilization exercises to the Schroth method resulted in better reductions in Cobb angle, enhanced lumbar extensor endurance, and improved chest mobility and quality of life, indicating a synergistic effect of the combined approach. The findings suggest that incorporating core stabilization exercises into scoliosis treatment protocols can lead to superior clinical outcomes.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 10
Maximum Age: 18
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• • Age 10 to 18

‣ X-ray diagnosed of idiopathic scoliosis with Cobb Angle 10˚- 30˚

⁃ Participants with Idiopathic Scoliosis

⁃ Both genders will be included

⁃ Scoliosis with Down syndrome.

Locations
Other Locations
Pakistan
UOL Teaching Hospital
RECRUITING
Lahore
Contact Information
Primary
Dr Asim Arif, Physical Therapist
asim.arif@uipt.uol.edu.pk
+923216597727
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-07-30
Estimated Completion Date: 2026-01-30
Participants
Target number of participants: 72
Treatments
Experimental: Schroth method with Core Stabilization Exercises
The Schroth method and core stabilization exercises will be performed three times a week for 10 weeks, with each session lasting 60 minutes
Active_comparator: Schroth Method
this group will receive the core stabilization exercises alone
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: University of Lahore

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