LUMBAR MULTIFIDUS MUSCLES FUNCTION AMONG PATIENTS WITH LOW BACK PAIN: VIRTUAL REALITY VERSUS STABILIZATION EXERCISES.

NCT06159413 | Completed DMC

• 1 other identifier: UoH1
• Study Type: interventional
• Target: 60
• Locations: 1 country
• Sites: 1

Brief Summary

Abstract: Background: The multifidus muscle, the most medially located back muscle and the largest muscle that spans the lumbosacral junction serves to provide dynamic stability to the spinal column. Virtual reality and core stabilization exercises are commonly used for balance training in musculoskeletal conditions. The knowledge regarding the effective implementation of these training protocols in patients suffering from chronic low back pain (LBP) is insufficient. Objective: The purpose of the present study is to investigate the efficacy of virtual reality versus stabilization exercises on lumbar multifidus muscle function among patients with low back pain. Design: Randomized, double-blinded controlled study. Participants: Sixty LBP participants will be divided into three groups in a 1:1:1 ratio, 20 in each group (control group, stabilizing exercises, and virtual reality rehabilitation system). All three groups received training three days per week throughout the Six-week treatment session. Outcome measures: Evaluation of pain by the visual analog scale (VAS), Level of functional impairments by Oswestry Disability Index and Accuracy of lumbar repositioning measurement by Biodex system will be measured at baseline and after Six weeks.

Conditions

Low Back Pain; Low Back Pain, Mechanical

Keywords

Pain

Outcome Measures

Primary Outcomes (3)

• Evaluation of pain

  The visual analog scale (VAS) is a 10 cm line with 0 representing no pain and 10 representing the worst pain. It will be used to ask patients to rate how much pain they perceived. They will be told to draw a mark on the line where their level of pain will be.

  6 weeks

• Level of functional impairments

  To assess functional disability, we employed the Oswestry Disability Index. Ten multiple-choice questions about back discomfort and everyday activities are included. Each question has six potential answers and a maximum score of 5. Based on a few chosen statements, the ultimate score is determined.

  6 weeks

• Accuracy of lumbar repositioning measurement

  Knee blocks, leg pads, thigh straps, pelvic brace, lumbar pad, and force application straps will be used to position the person in the Biodex system. The head will be supported on a flexible rest while straps restrained the torso. The spinal range of motion created a neutral spinal posture at 30 degrees lumbar flexion. We asked participants to bend their backs as far as possible to determine the range of motion. For consistency, the dynamometer will be adjusted at zero degrees. Participants will be instructed to recall and replicate a 30° position in a practice trial. We ran this test thrice and calculated the mean deviation each time.

  6 weeks

Interventions

VIRTUAL REALITY DEVICE

LUMBAR MULTIFIDUS MUSCLES FUNCTION AMONG PATIENTS WITH LOW BACK PAIN: VIRTUAL REALITY VERSUS STABILIZATION EXERCISES.

Also known as: STABILIZATION EXERCISES

Eligibility Criteria

• Age: 30 Years - 50 Years
• Sex: all
• Healthy Volunteers: Yes
• Age Groups: Adult (18-64)

You may qualify if:

• Patients with low back pain.

You may not qualify if:

• Patients with pain more than 8 according to VAS.
• Any joint problems.
• Any surgical intervention.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• University of Hail: lead

Study Sites (1)

Mohamed raafat Atteya

Ha'il, Ha'il Region, 2375, Saudi Arabia

Location

MeSH Terms

Conditions

Low Back Pain; Pain

Condition Hierarchy (Ancestors)

Back Pain; Neurologic Manifestations; Signs and Symptoms; Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms

Study Design

• Study Type: interventional
• Phase: not applicable
• Allocation: RANDOMIZED
• Masking: SINGLE
• Who Masked: PARTICIPANT
• Masking Details: Sixty LBP participants will be divided into three groups in a 1:1:1 ratio, 20 in each group (control group, stabilizing exercises, and virtual reality rehabilitation system). All three groups received training three days per week throughout the Six-week treatment session.
• Purpose: TREATMENT
• Intervention Model: PARALLEL
• Sponsor Type: OTHER
• Responsible Party: PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
• PI Title: Assistant Professor

Model Details: Randomized, double-blinded controlled study.

Study Record Dates

• First Submitted: November 28, 2023
• First Posted: December 6, 2023
• Study Start: March 1, 2023
• Primary Completion: October 1, 2023
• Study Completion: November 1, 2023
• Last Updated: December 6, 2023

Record last verified: 2023-11

Locations

SA (1)