Comparing connective tissue massage and classical massage for chronic low back pain
Comparison Of The Effects Of Connective Tissue Massage And Classical Massage On Pain, Functional Status And Quality Of Life In Patients With Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain.
This study is testing whether connective tissue massage or classical massage can help people with chronic low back pain feel better and improve their daily activities.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 30 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (İzmir, Bayındır) |
| Trial ID | NCT06135142 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effects of connective tissue massage and classical massage on pain, functional status, and quality of life in patients suffering from chronic non-specific low back pain. A total of 30 participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: one receiving classical massage, another receiving connective tissue massage, and a control group receiving standard physical therapy. Each intervention will be administered three times a week for four weeks, with assessments conducted at the beginning and end of the treatment period to evaluate pain severity, functional impairment, and lumbar mobility. The study follows rigorous ethical guidelines and employs a randomized controlled design to ensure reliable results.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults aged 18 to 65 with a diagnosis of chronic non-specific low back pain and a pain score of 3 or higher on the Visual Analog Scale.
Not a fit: Patients with recent spinal surgery, systemic inflammatory diseases, or specific spinal conditions like spondyloarthropathy may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective non-invasive treatment options for patients with chronic low back pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with massage therapies for low back pain, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 18 and 65, * Diagnosis of chronic non-specific low back pain, * Rest or activity pain score of 3 or higher on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS). Exclusion Criteria: * Undergoing surgical operation within the last 6 months or having prior spinal surgery, * Presence of spondyloarthropathy, spondylolisthesis, or lumbar stenosis, * Systemic inflammatory disease, * Usage of non-specific anti-inflammatory medication in the past 15 days * Pregnancy.
Where this trial is running
İzmir, Bayındır
- Bayındır Devlet Hastanesi — İzmir, Bayındır, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Cansu DAL — Muğla Sıtkı Koçman University
- Study coordinator: Cansu DAL
- Email: ptcansudal@gmail.com
- Phone: 5379773071
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.