Core stabilization exercise therapy for older adults with chronic low back pain
Core Stabilization Exercise Therapy in Chronic Lower Back Pain Management in Community Dwelling Older Adults
This study is testing a special exercise program for older adults with long-term low back pain to see if it helps them feel better compared to those who aren't doing the exercises.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 150 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hong Kong) |
| Trial ID | NCT06030128 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to develop a targeted exercise program specifically for older adults suffering from non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) for over six months. It will also create a clinical prediction rule to identify which subgroups of patients may benefit most from core stabilization exercises. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an intervention group receiving the exercise therapy or a control group on a waiting list. Comprehensive assessments will be conducted before and after the intervention to evaluate its effectiveness.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 40 to 80 who have been experiencing non-specific low back pain for more than six months and can ambulate independently.
Not a fit: Patients who have had previous spinal surgery, are currently pregnant, have acute fractures, recent falls, tumors, or bone infections, or have practiced core-stability exercises in the past six months may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve pain management and functional outcomes for older adults with chronic low back pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated potential benefits of core stability training for low back pain, but this specific approach in older adults has not been extensively studied.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 1）people aged between 40 to 80 with non-specific low back pain (NSLBP) for more than 6 months ；2）people is able to ambulate independently Exclusion Criteria: * 1) previous spinal surgery; 2) LBP attributable to current pregnancy; 3) acute fracture, recent fall, tumour, or bone infection; and 4) experience of practising core-stability exercises in the past 6 months
Where this trial is running
Hong Kong
- The Hong Kong Polytechnic University — Hong Kong, Hong Kong (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Patrick Kwong, PhD
- Email: whkwong@polyu.edu.hk
- Phone: 852-62353459
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.