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New treatment option for Low Back Pain
Official title Low Blood Flow Restriction Training on Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07576101
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this randomized controlled trial is to find the effectiveness of low load blood restriction training on improving hamstring muscle strength, alleviating pain and reducing functional disability in nonspecific low back pain patients
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 45
You may be able to join if
- Participants falling in this category would be recruited into the study.
- Both gender
- Age is between 18-45 years
- Individuals with pain localized posteriorly below the costal margin and above the inferior gluteal folds for more than 12 weeks
- A score greater than or equal to 4/10 on Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS)
You likely can't join if
- Participants falling in this category would be excluded from the study.
- Patients of spinal stenosis, disc herniation spondylolisthesis, spondylosis or osteoporosis will be excluded
- Participants had a history of hip or lower extremity pathology requiring medical or surgical intervention.
- History of venous thromboembolism (VTE), clotting or other hematologic disorder
- Peripheral arterial disease, hypertension (blood pressure \>140/90 mm Hg), coronary artery disease
- Current Pregnancy
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participants falling in this category would be recruited into the study.
- Both gender
- Age is between 18-45 years
- Individuals with pain localized posteriorly below the costal margin and above the inferior gluteal folds for more than 12 weeks
- A score greater than or equal to 4/10 on Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS)
- Hamstring muscle strength graded between (3- to 4) on MMT
- Proximal thigh circumference between (27.0 cm to 56.0 cm), measured 10cm below the inguinal crease
- Eligible for BFR training as per the Blood Flow Restriction Blood Flow Training Questionnaire
- Participants falling in this category would be excluded from the study.
- Patients of spinal stenosis, disc herniation spondylolisthesis, spondylosis or osteoporosis will be excluded
- Participants had a history of hip or lower extremity pathology requiring medical or surgical intervention.
- History of venous thromboembolism (VTE), clotting or other hematologic disorder
- Peripheral arterial disease, hypertension (blood pressure \>140/90 mm Hg), coronary artery disease
- Current Pregnancy
- Patients who had difficulties in exercise performance due to mental problems.
- Spinal cord infection like Cauda equina syndrome
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Islamabad, Pakistan
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Islamabad, Pakistan. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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