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NCT Number: NCT07429279

Correlation Between Hip Mobility and Thoracic Flexion in Patients With Non-Specific Low Back Pain

This cross-sectional observational study investigates the relationship between hip joint mobility and thoracic flexion in patients diagnosed with non-specific low back pain. Altered hip range of motion may influence spinal mechanics and contribute to thoracolumbar dysfunction. The study aims to determine whether a significant correlation exists between hip mobility and thoracic flexion in adults with chronic non-specific low back pain.

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Key information

Conditions

Non-specific Low Back Pain Back Pain Low Back Pain Musculoskeletal Diseases Musculoskeletal Disorders Neurologic Manifestations Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Signs and Symptoms Thoracic Spine Dysfunction

Age range

18 year–45 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Deraya university, faculty of physical therapy

Minya, Menia Governorate, Egypt

About this study

Non-specific low back pain is a common musculoskeletal condition associated with altered movement patterns and compensatory biomechanical adaptations. Restricted hip mobility may alter lumbo-pelvic rhythm and influence thoracic spine motion during functional activities.

This cross-sectional observational study included 60 adults aged 18 to 45 years diagnosed with non-specific low back pain lasting more than three months. Participants underwent assessment of hip range of motion using a universal goniometer and thoracic flexion mobility using a Spinal Mouse device.

Hip flexion, extension, internal rotation, and external rotation were measured bilaterally. Thoracic flexion mobility was recorded in degrees using the Spinal Mouse system during forward trunk flexion.

Correlation analysis was performed to determine the association between hip mobility parameters and thoracic flexion range. No therapeutic intervention was administered, and all measurements were conducted during a single assessment session.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

  • Diagnosed with non-specific low back pain
  • Duration of symptoms more than three months
  • Age between 18 and 45 years

Exclusion criteria

  • Specific spinal pathology (fracture, tumor, infection)
  • Previous spinal surgery
  • Neurological disorders
  • Lower limb fractures or hip pathology
  • Pregnancy

Treatment and study plan

Primary outcomes

  1. Hip Joint Range of Motion

    Time frame: Single assessment session (baseline)

    Hip flexion, extension, internal rotation, and external rotation measured in degrees using a universal goniometer.

  2. Correlation Between Hip Mobility and Thoracic Flexion

    Time frame: Single assessment session (baseline)

    Correlation analysis between hip joint range of motion and thoracic flexion mobility using appropriate statistical tests.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Deraya University

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Registry information

Important dates

Study start
2025
Primary completion
2025
Study completion
2025
First posted
Feb 24, 2026
Registry last updated
Feb 24, 2026

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This listing is for discovery and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice, does not guarantee that a study is recruiting, and does not determine eligibility. Contact the study team and a qualified healthcare professional when considering participation.

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