Evaluating the Effectiveness of Posture Correction Girdle for Adolescents With Early Scoliosis
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis focused on measuring AIS
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
• Satisfy SRS criteria for bracing15
- Curretly treated for rigid underarm brace
- Primary Cobb angle between 25 to 40 degrees
Exclusion Criteria:
• Contraindications for x-ray exposure
- Diagnosis of other musculoskeletal or developmental illness that might be responsible for the spinal curvature
- History of previous surgical or orthotic treatment for AIS
- Contraindications for pulmonary and / or exercise tests
- Psychiatric disorders
- Recent trauma
- Recent traumatic (emotional) event
Sites / Locations
- Duchess of Kent Children's HospitalRecruiting
Arms of the Study
Arm 1
Experimental
Posture Correction Girdle
Our research team has designed a prototype of posture correction girdle based on the clinical, textile science, material and ergonomics engineering analyses as an alternative to hard brace for AIS. The design of the posture correction girdle incorporates different mechanisms, such as 1) compression and pulling forces through a close fit of the intimate apparel, 2) lumbar flexion by using supporting belt, 3) transverse forces applied by inserting pads inside the pocket lining by using the principle of the 3-point pressure system.