Comparing Mackenzie and Tailored Mat Exercises for Low Back Pain in Post-Menopausal Women
Comparative Effects of Mackenzie and Tailored Mat Exercises on Pain, Function and Disability in Post-Menopausal Women With Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain
This study is testing whether two types of exercise programs can help post-menopausal women with chronic low back pain feel better and improve their daily activities.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 62 (estimated) |
| Ages | 55 Years to 85 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT06750380 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of two different exercise programs, Mackenzie exercises and tailored mat exercises, on chronic nonspecific low back pain in post-menopausal women. Participants will undergo a baseline treatment with moist hot packs and TENS before engaging in their assigned exercise regimen for 45 minutes, twice a week over a 10-week period. The study aims to assess improvements in pain, function, and disability, contributing to enhanced quality of life for the participants. A total of 62 women aged 55 to 85 with chronic low back pain will be recruited from Combined Military Hospital Lahore using a non-probability convenience sampling technique.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are post-menopausal women aged 55 to 85 with chronic nonspecific low back pain lasting more than 12 weeks.
Not a fit: Patients with serious underlying health conditions, recent fractures, or those who have participated in similar exercise programs recently may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective exercise interventions to alleviate low back pain and improve the quality of life for post-menopausal women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes for exercise interventions in similar populations, but the specific comparison of Mackenzie and tailored mat exercises remains underexplored.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * chronic nonspecific low back pain (more than 12 weeks) * Moderate pain VAS\>30mm and\< 70mm * TUG score of \< 15s * Female who had entered menopause (menstrual periods have stopped for 12 months) * Stable vital signs (patient is stable and vital signs are within normal limits) * Multigravida Exclusion Criteria: * Frailer individuals * Radiculopathy (signs of sensory loss, muscle weakness, reduced tendon reflexes) * Women suffering from pathological conditions for example cardiac disease, cancer, vertebral fracture, osteomyelitis, Rheumatoid arthritis, cauda equina syndrome) participation in another lower back specific exercise program in the last 6 months * Participation in a previous Pilates exercise program * Neurodegenerative disease (e.g., Parkinson's disease) * Recent stroke and cognitive impairment (Mini Mental State Exam score \< 24) * History of recent fracture
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- CMH (Combined Military Hospital) — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: hina gul, MSOMPT — Riphah International University
- Study coordinator: imran amjad, PhD
- Email: imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk
- Phone: 03324390125
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.