Determining Best Indications for Bracing for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Recruiting
Observational Study
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
No Placebo Group
Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo.
No Study Drug
Researchers observe your health over time — no experimental treatment is given.
At a Glance
- Age
- 10 – 18
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Observational
- Participants needed
- 700 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- The University of Hong Kong · Other
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About This Trial
This is a prospective study for Investigating the cost-effectiveness of current bracing protocols for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). It is hypothesized that aggressive management of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS) including early bracing at mild curve magnitudes and surgery at 40 degrees is more cost-effective while maintaining similar health quality of life. Scoliosis Research Socie…
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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients who are diagnosed with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and are seen in the first setting with remaining growth potential (Risser 0-2), and are prescribed with either underarm (Boston) or Milwaukee bracing
Exclusion Criteria:
* Patients whose diagnosis is not adolesc…
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