Anisotropic Textile Braces for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis

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

Adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) is a prevalent chronic condition that gradually leads to the three dimensional deformity of the spine. Spine curvature increases in youths as puberty progresses. Generally, only observation is suggested for adolescents with early scoliosis (Cobb's angle ≤ 20°). Rigid brace treatment is too draconian for them due to the high corrective force which nearly constrains all movements. Flexible brace treatment is an alternative option; however, its efficacy is still controversial. Posture correction girdle with a specialized design for teenagers with scoliosis is limited and most part of them can only provide some improvement for bad postures, such as hunchback. A scientific approach should be used to design and develop posture correction girdle as a treatment option for adolescents with early scoliosis.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: Female
Minimum Age: 10
Maximum Age: 13
Healthy Volunteers: f
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• Diagnosis of AIS

• Cobb's angle 10˚-20˚

• Risser grade ≤ 2

• No prior treatment

• Pre-menarche or post- menarche by no more than 1 year

• Ability to read and understand English or Chinese

• Physical and mental ability to adhere to anisotropic textile braces protocol

Locations
Other Locations
China
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
RECRUITING
Hong Kong
Time Frame
Start Date: 2018-03-01
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-12-31
Participants
Target number of participants: 15
Treatments
Experimental: Posture Correction Girdle
The design of posture correction girdle will incorporate different mechanisms, such as a) compression and pulling forces through a close fit of the intimate apparel, b) lumbar flexion by using a supporting belt, c) transverse forces applied by inserting pads inside the pocket lining by using the principle of the 3-point pressure system, d) axial rotation or coupled motion by using a system with uneven straps, and e) an active mechanism that aims to shift the trunk away from areas of pressure
No_intervention: Control
No treatment will be provided for control participants.
Sponsors
Leads: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University

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