Posture Disorders in ChildrenNCT07124026
Posture and Body Composition in Gen Z Adolescent
An observational study of Posture Disorders in Children, run by Ordu University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
This study aims to explore the relationship between posture and body composition in adolescents from Generation Z (born between 2002 and 2005). It was conducted as a cross-sectional study at a high school in Ankara, Turkey. A total of 572 students between the ages of 14 and 17 were included. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 14 to 17 yearsHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Posture Disorders in Children
- How many people
- 572 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 15 Jan 2020to 15 Nov 2021
- Phase
- Observational
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 14 to 17 years
- All sexes
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Child
Study population: Adolescents
Who may be able to join
- Adolescents born between 2002-2005.
- No history of spinal surgery, neurological, or musculoskeletal disorders.
Who cannot join
- Presence of congenital/post-traumatic spinal deformities.
- Inability to stand independently for measurements.
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
About this study
Official title: Postural Characteristics and Body Composition in Adolescents: A Generation Z Perspective - Alarming Rates of Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
This study aims to explore the relationship between posture and body composition in adolescents from Generation Z (born between 2002 and 2005). It was conducted as a cross-sectional study at a high school in Ankara, Turkey. A total of 572 students between the ages of 14 and 17 were included.
Researchers used photographic analysis to measure head, neck, and shoulder posture, as well as a digital inclinometer to assess the curvature of the upper spine (thoracic kyphosis). Body composition-such as body fat percentage, fat-free mass, and body mass index (BMI)-was evaluated using a bioelectrical impedance analyzer.
All participants and their parents provided informed consent. After data collection, participants attended an educational seminar about posture and healthy habits. The study was approved by the Gazi University Ethics Committee and conducted in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki.
- Conditions
- Posture Disorders in Children
- Being tested
- No Intervention: Observational Cohort
- Keywords
- Adolescent posture, Thoracic hyperkyphosis, Body composition
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
No Intervention: Observational CohortOther
No intervention
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Underweight Group | BMI-for-age < 5th percentile Receives: Other: No Intervention: Observational Cohort | |
| Normal Weight Group | BMI-for-age between 5th-85th percentile Receives: Other: No Intervention: Observational Cohort | |
| Overweight Group | BMI-for-age ≥ 85th percentile Receives: Other: No Intervention: Observational Cohort |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Thoracic kyphosis angle
Measured: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)
Secondary outcomes (3)
Craniovertebral angle
Measured: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)
Sagittal shoulder angle
Measured: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)
Body composition (BMI, fat%)
Measured: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted15 Aug 2025
- Study start15 Jan 2020
- Primary completion15 Feb 2020
- Study completion15 Nov 2021
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Posture Disorders in ChildrenStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Observational
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Retrospective
- Enrolment
- 572 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Ordu University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Balikesir University, Cukurova University, Gazi University
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, FUAT YUKSEL, Ordu University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07124026
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- 2020-18
- Status last verified
- Aug 2025
- First submitted
- 8 Aug 2025
- Last updated
- 15 Aug 2025
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- Yes: \*\*Data\*\*: De-identified posture measurements, body composition data.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 15 Aug 2025. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- Postural Characteristics and Body Composition in Adolescents: A Generation Z Perspective - Alarming Rates of Thoracic Hyperkyphosis
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07124026
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- 2020-18
- Conditions
- Posture Disorders in Children
- Keywords
- Adolescent posture, Thoracic hyperkyphosis, Body composition
- Study type
- Observational
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 572 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Ordu UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Collaborators
- Balikesir University, Cukurova University, Gazi University
- Study start
- 15 Jan 2020 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 15 Feb 2020 (actual)
- Study completion
- 15 Nov 2021 (actual)
- First posted
- 15 Aug 2025 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
This study aims to explore the relationship between posture and body composition in adolescents from Generation Z (born between 2002 and 2005). It was conducted as a cross-sectional study at a high school in Ankara, Turkey. A total of 572 students between the ages of 14 and 17 were included.
Researchers used photographic analysis to measure head, neck, and shoulder posture, as well as a digital inclinometer to assess the curvature of the upper spine (thoracic kyphosis). Body composition-such as body fat percentage, fat-free mass, and body mass index (BMI)-was evaluated using a bioelectrical impedance analyzer.
All participants and their parents provided informed consent. After data collection, participants attended an educational seminar about posture and healthy habits. The study was approved by the Gazi University Ethics Committee and conducted in accordance with the Declaration of Helsinki.
Study design
- Observational model
- Other
- Time perspective
- Retrospective
- Number of arms
- 3
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Underweight Group | – | Other: No Intervention: Observational CohortBMI-for-age < 5th percentile |
| Normal Weight Group | – | Other: No Intervention: Observational CohortBMI-for-age between 5th-85th percentile |
| Overweight Group | – | Other: No Intervention: Observational CohortBMI-for-age ≥ 85th percentile |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 14 to 17 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Child
- Study population
- Adolescents
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Adolescents born between 2002-2005.
- No history of spinal surgery, neurological, or musculoskeletal disorders.
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Presence of congenital/post-traumatic spinal deformities.
- Inability to stand independently for measurements.
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| No Intervention: Observational CohortNo intervention | Other | Normal Weight Group, Overweight Group, Underweight Group |
Primary outcome
Thoracic kyphosis angle
Time frame: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)
3 secondary outcomes
Craniovertebral angle
Time frame: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)
Sagittal shoulder angle
Time frame: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)
Body composition (BMI, fat%)
Time frame: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 15 Aug 2025.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: Yes. Data: De-identified posture measurements, body composition data.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
An observational study of Posture Disorders in Children, run by Ordu University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 15 Aug 2025. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Thoracic kyphosis angle (time frame: Single assessment (day 1 of measurement)). It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 15 Aug 2025.