Comparing Graston and Active Release Techniques for Low Back Pain in Women

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial aims to compare the effectiveness of two soft tissue manipulation techniques, Graston Technique (GT) and Active Release Technique (ART), in treating non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) in females aged 25 to 50. The study will involve 40 participants who will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatment groups. Both techniques are designed to alleviate pain and improve flexibility by targeting tight hamstring muscles, which are often associated with low back pain. The outcomes will be assessed using pain scales and disability indices to determine which method is more effective in reducing symptoms and improving mobility.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Females with Non Specific Low Back Pain
* Age group between 25 and 50 years
* History of NSLBP for at least 3 months
* Popliteal angle Numeric Rating Scale (NRS) score of 3-7/10
* The Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) score of 20-60
* Patients agree to sign written consent form.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Acute onset of pain and pain with radiation below knee.
* Any history of injury in the lower extremity in the past three months.
* Constant or persistent severe pain, inflammatory conditions (rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis)
* participants must not be taking any treatment of a musculoskeletal nature.
* Any previous surgery around the knee and hip
* hamstrings injury and strains
* Pregnant females
* Allergy to hot pack

Where it's running

• Allama Iqbal Memorial Teaching Hospital
  Sialkot, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Ghulam Fatima, PHD* — Riphah International University
• Study coordinator: Imran Amjad, PHD*
• Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
• Phone: 03324390125

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.