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Schroth Exercises for Degenerative Scoliosis (ADSET Trial)

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Led By Eric Parent, PT PhD
Research Sponsored by University of Alberta
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial
Must have
Adults over 50 years old with degenerative scoliosis (n=20) with pain (>2/10)
Curves 15°-45°
Timeline
Screening 3 days
Treatment 3 months
Follow Up 3 months
Awards & highlights

ADSET Trial Summary

This trial will help determine the feasibility of conducting a larger study on the effect of Schroth exercises in adults with degenerative scoliosis.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for adults over 50 with degenerative scoliosis, experiencing pain and having a spinal curve between 15°-45°. It's not for those who've had recent injections, surgery, or have conditions like fractures, cancer, severe heart issues, or weak bones.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study tests Schroth exercises—a specialized physical therapy—against no treatment in managing adult degenerative scoliosis. The focus is on the feasibility of a larger trial by looking at recruitment capability and participants' adherence to the exercise regimen.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since this trial involves physical exercises tailored for scoliosis patients, side effects might include muscle soreness or fatigue. However, these are typically mild and temporary as the body adjusts to new activities.

ADSET Trial Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below
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I am over 50 with degenerative scoliosis and experience pain greater than 2 out of 10.
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My spinal curve is between 15° and 45°.

ADSET Trial Timeline

Screening ~ 3 days
Treatment ~ 3 months
Follow Up ~3 months
This trial's timeline: 3 days for screening, 3 months for treatment, and 3 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Recruitment rate
Secondary outcome measures
Adherence
Compliance
Drop out rate
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Other outcome measures
15-point global rating scale
Back surface rotation
Centroid 3D deviations
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ADSET Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Schroth exercise groupExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Will attend 5 1-hr long individual sessions to learn Schroth exercises and the home program. A 30-min. daily home program of 3 to 4 exercises will be progressed by the certified Schroth therapist using an algorithm. Patients will attend weekly 1-hr long group therapist-led exercise classes for 3 months. At each group class, adequate exercise performance will be assessed using the checklist. An algorithm guides the prescription of exercises intensity and progression from static to dynamic depending on the participant's ability. Prescription begins with Sitting on a Ball. If performed adequately, a more challenging exercise is attempted. The 3 most challenging exercises performed adequately as per the checklist will be prescribed with a detailed handout.
Group II: Control groupActive Control1 Intervention
Observation without treatment or with previously prescribed pain medication is the current standard for adults with degenerative scoliosis not planning surgery.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

University of AlbertaLead Sponsor
894 Previous Clinical Trials
386,971 Total Patients Enrolled
Eric Parent, PT PhDPrincipal InvestigatorUniversity of Alberta

Media Library

Schroth exercises Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT03862417 — N/A
Degenerative Scoliosis Research Study Groups: Schroth exercise group, Control group
Degenerative Scoliosis Clinical Trial 2023: Schroth exercises Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT03862417 — N/A
Schroth exercises 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT03862417 — N/A
Degenerative Scoliosis Patient Testimony for trial: Trial Name: NCT03862417 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

How many individuals are currently being treated as part of this clinical experiment?

"Affirmative. Clinicaltrials.gov indicates that this trial, which was first launched on September 1st 2020, is actively searching for participants. At the moment they are looking to recruit 20 individuals from one medical centre."

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Are there any openings in this testing regimen for prospective participants?

"The clinical trial is actively seeking out participants, as indicated by the details posted on clinicaltrials.gov. This medical study was initially published on September 1st 2020 and underwent its most recent edit around 9/9/2020."

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Who else is applying?

How old are they?
65+
What site did they apply to?
University of Alberta, Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dept. Physical Therapy
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Did not meet criteria
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
2
3+
0
What state do they live in?
Minnesota
Alberta

Why did patients apply to this trial?

I want relief from scoliosis pain. I'm needing help with. My back this popped up.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
I’m not every strong have trouble walking I’m 80 years old. Because I get pain and I'm afraid I won't be able to walk one day and I young.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment
I saw it on Facebook and have lived with back pain most of my life and would like to get relief.
PatientReceived 1 prior treatment

What questions have other patients asked about this trial?

How long will this be?
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments

How responsive is this trial?

Typically responds via
Email
Most responsive sites:
  1. University of Alberta, Faculty of Rehabilitation Medicine, Dept. Physical Therapy: < 24 hours
Average response time
  • < 1 Day
Recent research and studies
clinicaltrials.govStudy
The Adult Degenerative Scoliosis Exercise Trial (Pilot Study)
Eric Parent 2020. "The Adult Degenerative Scoliosis Exercise Trial (Pilot Study)". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT03862417.
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