Exercise Effects on Fascia, Low Back Pain, and Function in Scoliosis (NCT07418983) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Exercise Effects on Fascia, Low Back Pain, and Function in Scoliosis
Turkey (Türkiye)34 participantsStarted 2026-02-20
Plain-language summary
The use of various muscle energy techniques to address fascial restrictions, in addition to three-dimensional correction within scoliosis-specific exercise approaches, suggests that these exercises may have different effects on thoracolumbar fascia thickness. This may, in turn, lead to varying impacts on low back pain and functional improvement. Therefore, the aim of this study is to investigate the effects of different scoliosis-specific exercise approaches on thoracolumbar fascia thickness, low back pain, and function in individuals with idiopathic lumbar scoliosis and chronic low back pain.
Who can participate
Age range
11 Years – 24 Years
Sex
ALL
See this in plain English?
AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Aged 11-24 years
* Diagnosed with idiopathic scoliosis
* Presenting a single lumbar curve pattern
* Experiencing low back pain for more than 3 months
* Pain intensity ≥3 on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Exclusion Criteria:
* History of spinal surgery
* Received any scoliosis treatment within the last year
* Current use of a spinal brace
* Regularly used pain medication
* Presence of neurological, congenital, rheumatological or psychological disorders
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.
1This trial looked at how exercise affected the thickness of the thoracolumbar fascia in people with idiopathic scoliosis — can you explain what the thoracolumbar fascia is and why changes in its thickness might matter for my back pain?
2Since this study is now completed, have the results been published yet, and if so, what did they actually find about whether exercise reduced pain intensity or improved pain quality in scoliosis patients?
3The trial measured both pain intensity and pain quality as separate outcomes — based on whatever results are available, is there a specific type of exercise program that showed the most promise for someone with my level of scoliosis and low back pain?
4This trial was listed as Phase NA, meaning it was likely an observational or interventional study without a drug component — how does that affect how confident we can be in applying its findings to my situation compared to a larger randomized trial?
5Before considering any exercise program similar to what was studied here, are there aspects of my specific scoliosis — like my Cobb angle or curve location — that might make certain exercises more or less appropriate for me?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
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
Thoracolumbar Fascia Thickness
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after the intervention
2
Pain intensity
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after the intervention
3
Pain quality
Timeframe: Baseline and 8 weeks after intervention