Efficacy of Spinal Orthoses on Mobility in Older Adults With Hyperkyphosis
75 patients around the world
Available in Brazil
Objective: This study aims to present the protocol for evaluating the effects of spinal
orthoses on the functional mobility of older adults with hyperkyphosis.
Design: This protocol outlines a randomized clinical trial with two intervention groups
and one control group, to be conducted over 16 weeks. Participants will be older adults
aged 60 years or older with a diagnosis of hyperkyphosis. They will be randomized to use
one of two thoracic spinal orthoses (the Triple-Adjustable Posture Corrector or the
Generation Dynamic Osteoporosis Brace). The intervention will involve continuous orthosis
use, excluding aquatic activities, bathing, and sleep. Assessments will occur before and
after the intervention period. Functional mobility will be measured through biomechanical
parameters such as gait, joint torque, muscle activation, and physical activity levels,
using 3D motion analysis, isokinetic dynamometry, surface electromyography, and
accelerometry.
Conclusion: This study will evaluate the impact of spinal orthoses on the functional
mobility of older adults with hyperkyphosis, enabling the development of a clinical
application methodology for this population.
Pontificia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul
1Research sites
75Patients around the world
This study is for people with
Kyphosis
Hyperkyphosis
Requirements for the patient
From 60 Years
All Gender
Medical requirements
Aged 60 years or older.
Clinical diagnosis of hyperkyphosis.
Ability to walk without assistive devices.
Cognitive impairment.
Inability to complete the proposed assessments.
Non-compliance with orthosis use during the intervention period.
Sites
Hospital São Lucas da Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul
Av. Ipiranga, 6690 - 4º andar - Partenon, Porto Alegre - RS, 90610-001, Brazil
SponsorPontificia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul