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Efficacy of Spinal Orthoses on Mobility in Older Adults With Hyperkyphosis

RecruitingNAAges 60 Years - anyAllPontificia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do…
NCT06970470 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study investigates whether wearing a thoracic spinal orthosis (back brace) improves functional mobility in physically active older adults (60 years and older) with thoracic hyperkyphosis, an excessive forward curvature of the upper spine that is associated with slower walking, reduced muscle strength, and a higher risk of falls. Who can participate? Community-dwelling adults aged 60 years or older with thoracic hyperkyphosis (Cobb angle of 40 degrees or more), who walk independently without assistive devices and actively participate in the supervised exercise program for older adults (PIAFI) at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul (PUCRS), Porto Alegre, Brazil. How does the study work? Participants are randomly assigned, in equal numbers, to one of four groups: 1. Triple-Adjustable Posture Corrector (Mercur, Brazil), a three-point pressure orthosis; 2. Generat

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 60 years or older * Thoracic hyperkyphosis with Cobb angle of 40 degrees or more (Goniometer-Pro app) * Ability to walk independently without assistive devices * Active participation in a supervised physical activity program (Senior Physical Activity Incentive Program - PIAFI, PUCRS) Exclusion Criteria: * Cognitive impairment, defined by Mini-Mental State Examination scores below education-adjusted cutoffs * Inability to complete the required assessments (gait analysis, isokinetic dynamometry, accelerometry) * Non-compliance with orthosis use during the intervention period * Discontinuation of participation in the PIAFI supervised exercise program
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What it tests

  • Triple-Adjustable Posture Corrector Manufacturer: Mercur®, Santa Cruz do Sul, Brazil
  • Generation Dynamic Osteoporosis Brace Manufacturer: Bort®, Weinstadt, Germany
  • Placebo Thoracic Orthosis
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Where

1 site
Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul
Porto Alegre, Brazil
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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