Thoracic hyperkyphosis is a common postural deformity; however, the optimal treatment strategy has yet to be clearly defined. This randomized controlled trial aimed to assess the effectiveness of an innovative three-dimensional printed Cover Spine Orthosis (CSO) in managing thoracic hyperkyphosis. Specifically, the study compared the effects of the CSO on kyphosis angle, quality of life (QoL), and user satisfaction with those of a semi-rigid thoracolumbar orthosis (SRTLO) that has established efficacy in the literature.
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Thoracic kyphosis angle (TKA)
Timeframe: 3 minutes