Aquatic and land exercises for managing chronic low back pain
Effectiveness of Aquatic and Land Exercises on Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain: a Randomised Study
This study tests whether swimming exercises or land exercises are better at helping adults with chronic low back pain feel less pain and improve their daily life.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Edinburgh Academic / other |
| Drugs / interventions | radiation |
| Locations | 1 site (Edinburgh) |
| Trial ID | NCT06874881 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of aquatic and land exercises on adults aged 18-65 suffering from chronic low back pain. Participants will engage in a 12-week supervised exercise program, comparing the effectiveness of aquatic therapy versus land-based exercises. The study aims to assess improvements in pain levels, functional disability, kinesiophobia, sleep quality, and overall quality of life. By analyzing these outcomes, the research seeks to determine the most effective approach for managing this common condition.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18-65 with non-specific chronic low back pain lasting at least 12 weeks.
Not a fit: Patients with chronic low back pain due to severe underlying conditions or those with uncontrolled medical issues may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective exercise-based interventions for patients suffering from chronic low back pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with exercise interventions for chronic low back pain, suggesting potential success for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 65 * Both Genders * Literate in the English language to understand instructions/ to complete a self-report questionnaire. * Having non-specific Chronic low back pain (≥12 weeks) * Patient willingness to be a part of any randomly selected treatment groups. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant Females * If they had low back pain as the result of diagnosis of severe osteoporosis, spinal bone disorders such as spondylosis and spondylolisthesis, fractures, lumbar spine stenosis, lower limb joint replacement surgery, hip orthosis, ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, infective or inflammatory disease, compression of the radial nerve, meningitis, arthrosis, lumbar region tumours, Leg length discrepancy, previous back surgery. * Uncontrolled hypertension, Severe postural hypotension, any heart disease like Left heart failure or exercise-induced angina. Medical illnesses without a medical managing plan in place, e.g., uncontrolled epilepsy, diabetes mellitus. Neurologic deficit, open wounds, current or recurrent radiation treatment. * Patients with severe depression and psychosis * People who are already participating in an individually-prescribed exercise programme for LBP. Aquatic exercises /Pool specific: * Individuals with hydrophobia/ water-related anxiety, or inability to adapt to an aquatic environment. * Allergy to chlorine, Severe limiting airway disease * Faecal or urinary incontinence, diarrhoea, and vomiting. * Weight more than the emergency evacuation manual handling risk assessment.
Where this trial is running
Edinburgh
- St. Leonard building, The University of Edinburgh — Edinburgh, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Nimra Arshad
- Email: Nimra.Arshad@ed.ac.uk
- Phone: +447751636076
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.