Thoracic hyperkyphosis. Postural kyphosis, thoracic region
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention 1: Intervention group: The first group received both Spinomed Orthosis and Back School exercise.The duration of use of orthosis and exercise is 3 months. The people of this group come to
Sponsors
Iran University of Medical Sciences
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
60 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Kyphosis angle above 50 degrees. Ability to sit and stand up and walk at least 10 meters independently. 60 years or older.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Physical abnormalities that are more important than kyphosis or impair the research process. People who had a history of fracture or surgery in the lower extremity or spine 12 months before the start of the study. Any illness or disorder that disables one's participation in sports and group activities.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The kyphosis angle. Timepoint: At the beginning and end of the study (three months after the first evaluation). Method of measurement: Inclinometer and radiograph.;Quality of Life. Timepoint: At the beginning and end of the study (three months after the first evaluation). Method of measurement: SF36 questionnaire.;Pain. Timepoint: At the beginning and end of the study (three months after the first evaluation). Method of measurement: Visual Analogue Scale. | — |
Countries
Iran (Islamic Republic of)
Contacts
Public ContactDr. Mojtaba Kamyab
Iran University of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed