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NCT Number: NCT04852900

Different Dosage of Decompression Therapy on Symptoms of Lumbar Radiculopathy

This study will provide evidence about how much dose of decompression more effective for the treatment of lumbar radiculopathy. As this hypothesis has no evidence about the dosage of decompression in literature till now.

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Key information

Conditions

Lumbar Radiculopathy Nervous System Diseases Neurologic Manifestations Neuromuscular Diseases Pain Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Peripheral Nervous System Diseases Radiculopathy Signs and Symptoms

Age range

30 year–50 year

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Max spine rehab centre, G8 markaz

Islamabad, Punjab Province, Pakistan

About this study

Decompression therapy differs from traction-based therapy in that the traction applied to the spine in decompression therapy is typically alternated between lower and higher levels of tension for predetermined periods of time. In either therapy, spinal tension is maintained for the period's typically extending 30-minutes or longer. This study will provide evidence about how much dose of decompression more effective for the treatment of lumbar radiculopathy. As this hypothesis has no evidence about the dosage of decompression in literature till now.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: No

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

Inclusion criteria

  • Both Genders
  • Age between 30 to 50 years
  • Unilateral Radiculopathy
  • Limited SLR (Less than 60 degree)
  • Pain on Numeric Pain Rating Scale < 7
  • BMI ≤ 30

Exclusion criteria

  • Severe paraspinal Muscle Spasm
  • Acute prolapse intervertebral disc
  • Bilateral Positive SLR
  • Osteoporotic
  • H/O Spinal Fracture

Treatment and study plan

Decompression with 30%

Other
  • Hot Pack for 10 mins Soft Tissue Mobilization
  • Muscle Strengthening
  • Decompression with 30% The total time for the session will be 45 minutes and there will be 03 sessions/week for 6 weeks

Decompression with 40%

Other
  • Hot Pack for 10 mins Soft Tissue Mobilization
  • Muscle Strengthening
  • Decompression with 30% The total time for the session will be 45 minutes and there will be 03 sessions/week for 6 weeks

Decompression with 50%

Other
  • Hot Pack for 10 mins Soft Tissue Mobilization
  • Muscle Strengthening
  • Decompression with 30% The total time for the session will be 45 minutes and there will be 03 sessions/week for 6 weeks

Primary outcomes

  1. Numeric Pain Rating Scale

    Time frame: 6th week

    The Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) (an outcome measure) that is a uni-dimensional measure of pain intensity in adults(21). The 11-point numeric scale ranges from '0' representing one pain extreme (e.g. "no pain") to '10' representing the other pain extreme (e.g. "pain as bad as you can imagine" or "worst pain imaginable").

  2. SLR through Inclinometer

    Time frame: 6th week

    The Straight Leg Raise (SLR) test is a neurodynamic test. Neurodynamic tests check the mechanical movement of the neurological tissues as well as their sensitivity to mechanical stress or compression. These tests, along with relevant history and decreased range of motion, are considered by some to be the most important physical signs of disc herniation, regardless of the degree of disc injury. SLR is a neural tension test that can be used to rule in or out neural tissue involvement as a result of a space occupying lesion, often a lumbar disc herniation. It is one of the most common neurological tests of the lower limb

  3. Oswestry Disability Index

    Time frame: 6th week

    Patient-completed questionnaire which gives a subjective percentage score of level of function (disability) in activities of daily living in those rehabilitating from low back pain. Most effective for persistent severe disability while the Roland-Morris is better for mild to moderate disability. Questionnaire examines perceived level of disability in 10 everyday activities of daily living

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Riphah International University

Other

Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Different Dosage of Decompression Therapy on Symptoms of Lumbar Radiculopathy

Important dates

Study start
2020
Primary completion
2021
Study completion
2021
First posted
Apr 21, 2021
Registry last updated
Aug 6, 2021

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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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