Riphah international University Malakand
Malakand, KPK, 23060, Pakistan
Location status: Recruiting
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NCT Number: NCT06955117
McKenzie vs Manual Therapy for Low Back Pain
A comparative study evaluating the effectiveness of the McKenzie technique versus manual therapy in patients with nonspecific low back pain. The study aims to assess which intervention is more effective in reducing pain and improving functional mobility.
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Conditions
Age range
35 year–45 year
Sex eligibility
All sexes
Study type
Interventional
Phase
Not applicable
Primary location
About this study
The study compares McKenzie Method, a directional preference-based approach involving repeated movements and posture correction, against Manual Therapy, which includes hands-on techniques such as mobilizations and manipulations. Patients with nonspecific low back pain will be randomly assigned to one of the two groups and treated over a defined period. Outcomes will be measured using pain and disability scores.
Who can participate
Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes
Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.
Inclusion criteria
- Diagnosis of nonspecific low back pain lasting more than 4 weeks
- Willing to participate and comply with the study protocol
Exclusion criteria
- History of lumbar spine surgery
- Presence of spinal fracture, tumor, or infection
- Pregnant women
- Severe osteoporosis or spinal deformity
Treatment and study plan
physical therapy exercises
OtherExperimental - McKenzie Technique (Group A) Intervention Type: Other: Physical Therapy Exercises
Other Names:
Intervention for low back pain
Description:
Soft Tissue Mobilization: Manual massage to release muscle tension (5-10 mins)
Lumbar Mobilization Techniques:
PA Mobilization (Posteroanterior glide) on the lumbar spine (Grade I-IV, 3-5 min per segment)
Side-lying Rotational Mobilization (3 sets × 10 reps)
Muscle Energy Techniques (METs):
Pelvic Tilts (3 sets × 10 reps)
Hip Flexor Stretch with Isometric Hold (3 sets × 10 sec per side)
Core Stabilization Exercises:
Bridge Exercise (3 sets × 10-15 reps)
Dead Bug Exercise (3 sets × 10 reps per side)
Modalities:
Hot Pack (15-20 mins) for relaxation before therapy
TENS (10 mins) for pain relief before mobilization
Other names: intervention for low backpain
Group B
OtherManual Therapy (Group B)
Description:
Soft Tissue Mobilization: Manual massage to release muscle tension (5-10 mins)
Lumbar Mobilization Techniques:
PA Mobilization (Posteroanterior glide) on the lumbar spine (Grade I-IV, 3-5 min per segment)
Side-lying Rotational Mobilization (3 sets × 10 reps)
Muscle Energy Techniques (METs):
Pelvic Tilts (3 sets × 10 reps)
Hip Flexor Stretch with Isometric Hold (3 sets × 10 sec per side)
Core Stabilization Exercises:
Bridge Exercise (3 sets × 10-15 reps)
Dead Bug Exercise (3 sets × 10 reps per side)
Modalities:
Hot Pack (15-20 mins) for relaxation before therapy
TENS (10 mins) for pain relief before mobilization
Other names: Manual Therapy (Group B)
Primary outcomes
-
To assess the change in pain intensity
Time frame: 6 Months
Pain intensity will be measured using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS), a 10-centimeter scale ranging from 0 to 10, where 0 indicates no pain and 10 indicates the worst imaginable pain. Higher scores represent worse outcomes. Pain levels will be assessed from baseline to the end of the intervention period.
Secondary outcomes
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Disability score
Time frame: 6months
Disability will be assessed using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI), a 0-100 scale, to evaluate the degree of functional limitation in daily activities.
Other outcomes
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lumbar range of motion
Time frame: 6 months
Range of motion will be evaluated using goniometric measurements to assess changes in lumbar flexion and extension.
Study contacts
Contact information is provided by the study sponsor or research team.
Dr.Nadeem Ahmad, MS
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Dr.Nadeem Ahmad, MS
CONTACT
Sponsors and collaborators
Lead sponsor
Riphah International University
Other
Registry information
Official study title
Comparative Study of McKenzie Technique and Manual Therapy for Pain and Function in Low Back Pain
Acronym: LowBackpain
Important dates
- Study start
- 2025
- Primary completion
- 2027
- Study completion
- 2027
- First posted
- May 2, 2025
- Registry last updated
- May 25, 2025
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