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Filter by:Targeting non-operative Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis (AIS) patients, including those who are braced and non-braced, this research project at Johns Hopkins Hospital seeks to revolutionize the treatment approach for Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. This innovative study compares traditional physical therapy with a yoga-based intervention, focusing on alleviating back pain and enhancing quality of life in this specific patient group. This research is anchored in substantial existing evidence that highlights the physiological and psychological benefits of yoga and is in alignment with current AIS treatment strategies. Addressing the urgent need for diverse non-operative management strategies for AIS, this study is particularly timely given the challenges in accessing physical therapy and the growing concerns over opioid use. The investigators exploration of structured yoga protocols aims to introduce a viable alternative therapy, providing significant relief and improving the quality of life for AIS patients who are not candidates for surgery. By integrating cutting-edge healthcare solutions with the increasing interest in yoga in the U.S., this project aims to establish a new benchmark in non-surgical AIS treatment that is both effective and accessible to a wide range of patients
Postural stability is one of the most important factors that determine a person's ability to make and maintain movements. It has been reported that in the presence of scoliosis, the postural stability of people is negatively affected due to somatosensory disorders. There are many studies in the literature that evaluate the postural stability of cases diagnosed with scoliosis with objective methods. Evaluation of postural oscillations with objective devices is used to determine whether postural stability changes in AIS and whether the type and location of scoliosis affect the progression. The most commonly used objective devices for this purpose are balanced assessment systems in which changes in postural sway are recorded on the force platform. Our study aims to investigate the reliability of the "Postural Stability", "Limits of Stability", "Sensory Integration" and "Bilateral Comparison" tests of the Al Balance Balance Exercise and Analysis System in cases with Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis. After the demographic information of the cases that meet the inclusion criteria within the scope of the study is recorded, postural stability and balance evaluations within the Al Balance System will be performed on the cases. Evaluations will be carried out with bare feet and feet positioned at the same coordinates. The tests will last 30 seconds and the test will be repeated a total of 3 times with a 1-minute rest between tests. These measurements will be repeated after 7 days to evaluate reliability. With this study, the reliability of a new and local balance assessment system will be tested in cases with AIS.
The goal of this feasibility clinical trial is to learn if melatonin can help teens having spinal fusion surgery by promoting healthy sleep. Melatonin is available as a dietary supplement that may be effective in promoting longer, higher quality sleep. This study will assess the feasibility and acceptability of melatonin for teens undergoing spinal fusion surgery, as well as determine optimal measured outcomes (sleep, pain, health-related quality of life) at short- and long-term follow-up.