NCT01097109

Brief Summary

The study aims to determine if somatic dysfunctions of the pelvis, sacrum and lower lumbar spine have an effect on weight bearing. Our subjects are young, healthy subjects without recent soft tissue or osseous injury, a less than predetermined leg length discrepancy or OMM/chiropractic treatment. Their leg lengths will be measured; weight-bearing will be measured using a specialized scale and somatic dysfunctions diagnosed to determine if any correlation exists.

Trial Health

87
On Track

Trial Health Score

Automated assessment based on enrollment pace, timeline, and geographic reach

Enrollment
111

participants targeted

Target at P50-P75 for all trials

Timeline
Completed

Started Mar 2010

Shorter than P25 for all trials

Geographic Reach
1 country

1 active site

Status
completed

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Trial Relationships

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Study Timeline

Key milestones and dates

Study Start

First participant enrolled

March 1, 2010

Completed
29 days until next milestone

First Submitted

Initial submission to the registry

March 30, 2010

Completed
2 days until next milestone

First Posted

Study publicly available on registry

April 1, 2010

Completed
1 month until next milestone

Primary Completion

Last participant's last visit for primary outcome

May 1, 2010

Completed
Same day until next milestone

Study Completion

Last participant's last visit for all outcomes

May 1, 2010

Completed
Last Updated

April 24, 2012

Status Verified

April 1, 2012

Enrollment Period

2 months

First QC Date

March 30, 2010

Last Update Submit

April 21, 2012

Conditions

Somatic Dysfunctions of PelvisSomatic Dysfunctions of SacrumSomatic Dysfunctions of Lower Lumbar SpineWeight-Bearing

Keywords

Effect of Somatic Dysfunctions of PelvisEffect of Somatic Dysfunctions of SacrumEffect of Somatic Dysfunctions of Lower Lumbar SpineWeight-Bearing

Eligibility Criteria

Age18 Years - 40 Years
Sexall
Healthy VolunteersYes
Age GroupsAdult (18-64)
Sampling MethodNon-Probability Sample
Study Population

Medical students of Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSUCOM) ages 18-40.

You may qualify if:

  • Medical students of Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine (NSUCOM) ages 18-40.

You may not qualify if:

  • individuals who have suffered from any type of osseous or soft tissue traumatic injuries in the last three months.
  • individuals who have suffered from any type of osseous or soft tissue injuries in the lower extremity joints (knee, ankle, hip) in the last twelve months.
  • anyone who has received either osteopathic or chiropractic manipulation within two weeks prior to taking part in the study.
  • anyone who has a leg length difference of greater than one-quarter inch.

Contact the study team to confirm eligibility.

Sponsors & Collaborators

Study Sites (1)

Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33328, United States

Location

Related Publications (8)

  • White SC, Gilchrist LA, Wilk BE. Asymmetric limb loading with true or simulated leg-length differences. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2004 Apr;(421):287-92. doi: 10.1097/01.blo.0000119460.33630.6d.

    PMID: 15123962BACKGROUND

  • McCaw ST, Bates BT. Biomechanical implications of mild leg length inequality. Br J Sports Med. 1991 Mar;25(1):10-3. doi: 10.1136/bjsm.25.1.10.

    PMID: 1913023BACKGROUND

  • Gurney B. Leg length discrepancy. Gait Posture. 2002 Apr;15(2):195-206. doi: 10.1016/s0966-6362(01)00148-5.

    PMID: 11869914BACKGROUND

  • Dott GA, Hart CL, McKay C. Predictability of sacral base levelness based on iliac crest measurements. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 1994 May;94(5):383-90.

    PMID: 8056627BACKGROUND

  • Riegger-Krugh C, Keysor JJ. Skeletal malalignments of the lower quarter: correlated and compensatory motions and postures. J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 1996 Feb;23(2):164-70. doi: 10.2519/jospt.1996.23.2.164.

    PMID: 8808518BACKGROUND

  • Ward, R. Foundations for Osteopathic Medicine 2nd Edition. 2003, p. 614-618, 780

    BACKGROUND

  • DiGiovanna, EL. Schiowitz S. An Osteopathic Approach to Diagnosis and Treatment. Philadelphia: Lippincott-Raven, 301.

    BACKGROUND

  • Qureshi Y, Kusienski A, Bemski JL, Luksch JR, Knowles LG. Effects of somatic dysfunction on leg length and weight bearing. J Am Osteopath Assoc. 2014 Aug;114(8):620-30. doi: 10.7556/jaoa.2014.127.

    PMID: 25082970DERIVED

Study Officials

  • Andrew M Kusienski, D.O.

    Nova Southeastern University

    PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR

Study Design

Study Type
observational
Observational Model
COHORT
Time Perspective
CROSS SECTIONAL
Sponsor Type
OTHER
Responsible Party
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
PI Title
NSUCOM Sports Medicine Department Chair

Study Record Dates

First Submitted

March 30, 2010

First Posted

April 1, 2010

Study Start

March 1, 2010

Primary Completion

May 1, 2010

Study Completion

May 1, 2010

Last Updated

April 24, 2012

Record last verified: 2012-04

Locations

US(1)