Characterization of Visual Perception Impairments in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis (NCT07356999) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Characterization of Visual Perception Impairments in Patients With Idiopathic Scoliosis
France70 participantsStarted 2026-04-21
Plain-language summary
Scoliosis is more than just a curve in the spine; it is a complex, 3D twisting of the backbone. While it can be caused by birth defects or tumors, the most common type-idiopathic scoliosis-appears in healthy teenagers for no clearly known reason.
The Theory of Balance Researchers believe that scoliosis might actually be caused by a "glitch" in how the body stays upright. Instead of the spine curving on its own, the curve might be the body's way of compensating for a poor sense of balance.
To stay balanced, the human brain relies on three main "inputs":
1. The Vestibular System: Located in the inner ear (detects movement).
2. Proprioception: The body's "inner map" (sensing where your limbs are).
3. Vision: Seeing the world around you to stay oriented.
The Goal of the Study Even though humans rely heavily on their eyes to stay balanced, the role of vision in scoliosis has not been studied very much.
This experiment aims to test the hypothesis that teenagers with scoliosis have trouble processing visual information to maintain their posture. By using advanced motion analysis, researchers want to see if a "misunderstanding" of visual cues is contributing to the spinal deformity.
Who can participate
Age range
11 Years – 18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
Group Scoliosis:
* Girls or boys aged 11 to 18 inclusive.
* Patients with progressive idiopathic scoliosis
* Candidates for either orthopedic (brace) or surgical (arthrodesis correction) treatment for which a pre-therapeutic multimodal assessment is planned.
Control group:
\- Girls or boys aged 11 to 18 inclusive.
Exclusion Criteria:
The following individuals will not be included:
* Individuals with another musculoskeletal disorder.
* Individuals with a neurosensory disorder that may affect the balance of the trunk or lower limbs.
* Individuals with uncorrected visual perception disorders (visual check within 12 months prior to the examination).
* Lack of consent from the subject.
* Lack of consent from legal representatives.
* Failure to understand the instructions for performing the tests.
In addition, for the control group:
\- Suffering from scoliosis
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Margin of Dynamic Stability
Timeframe: At enrollment
2
Center of Pressure
Timeframe: At enrollment
3
Extrapolated Center of Mass
Timeframe: At enrollment
Trial details
NCT IDNCT07356999
SponsorCentre Médico-Chirurgical de Réadaptation des Massues Croix Rouge Française