Combining electrotherapy and manipulation for sacral torsion treatment
Effects of Intra Muscular Electrotherapy Combined With Manipulative Therapy in Patients With Sacral Torsion
This study is testing if a mix of electrotherapy and hands-on therapy can help people aged 22-44 with sacral torsion feel less pain and move better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 32 (estimated) |
| Ages | 22 Years to 44 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Foundation University Islamabad Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Rawalpindi, Punjab Province) |
| Trial ID | NCT06442540 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of intra muscular electrotherapy combined with manipulative therapy in patients diagnosed with sacral torsion. It is a randomized controlled trial that measures outcomes such as pain, mobility, range of motion, and disability. Participants aged 22-44 will undergo assessments using various scales before and after the intervention. The study aims to provide insights into the benefits of this combined therapeutic approach.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are males and females aged 22-44 with clinically diagnosed sacral torsion and moderate to severe pain.
Not a fit: Patients with congenital deformities, severe spinal conditions, or a history of spinal surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly reduce pain and improve mobility for patients with sacral torsion.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of therapies in this demographic is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion criteria: * Age group: 22-44 years old * Both males and females * Clinically diagnosed sacral torsion * Patients with pain intensity of at least 5 on NPRS * Positive backward bent test * Positive forward bent test * Uneven Sacral sulcus * Uneven ILA of sacrum * Piriformis syndrome Exclusion criteria : * Any congenital deformities * Demonstrated neurological deficit. * Pregnant females * History of spinal surgery * Spondylolisthesis * Severe lumbar spondylosis * Spinal stenosis * Serious spinal conditions like infection, tumors, osteoporosis, spinal fracture * osteoporosis
Where this trial is running
Rawalpindi, Punjab Province
- Foundation University College of Physical Therapy — Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Usama Ibrar, MS-MSKPT*
- Email: usamaibrar35@gmail.com
- Phone: 03035954053
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.