Introduction: Spinal bracing remains the gold standard for conservative management of adolescent idiopathic scoliosis (AIS). However, poor adherence often limits treatment efficacy. The development of a brace that enhances compliance while maintaining sufficient corrective force is crucial. This study aimed to develop and evaluate the effectiveness of a novel semi-rigid brace for AIS based on wearing time and correction rate. Materials and Methods: The investigators enrolled patients who met the following Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) criteria for brace treatment: (1) confirmed AIS diagnosis, (2) Risser sign ≤ 2, (3) Cobb angle between 25° and 40°, (4) age ≥ 10 years, and (5) single-curve pattern. Wearing time was objectively measured over 180 days using embedded temperature sensors. Correction rates were assessed at initiation and after 180 days or more.
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
60
The semi-rigid spinal brace was developed to enhance patient compliance while maintaining effective curve correction. Patients were instructed to wear the brace for 18-20 h daily.
Aizu Medical Center at Fukushima Medical University
Aizu-Wakamatsu, Fukushima, Japan
Wearing time
Time frame: 180 days from registration
Initial correction rate
Time frame: Immediately after registration
Correction rate after 180 days or more
Time frame: 180 days or more from registration
Treatment success rate
Time frame: 2 years or more from registration
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