Effect of shock wave, laser, and cryotherapy on sacroiliitis pain
Efficacy of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy, LASER Therapy and Cryotherapy on PPT, Pain and Functional Disability in Patients Having Sacroiliitis: A Randomized Control Study
This study is testing whether shock wave therapy, laser therapy, or cryotherapy can help reduce pain and improve function for people with sacroiliitis.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Najran University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Najran, Najran Region) |
| Trial ID | NCT06569615 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of extracorporeal shock wave therapy, LASER therapy, and cryotherapy in alleviating pain and functional disability in patients with sacroiliitis. It employs a three-arm parallel group randomized control design involving sixty participants recruited from the Physiotherapy department at Najran University, K.S.A. Participants will receive initial cryotherapy followed by one of the three interventions combined with exercise over a specified period. The study aims to assess pain pressure threshold, pain levels, and functional outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals experiencing pain in the buttocks, hips, or thighs, particularly those with pain exacerbated by prolonged sitting or specific movements.
Not a fit: Patients who have undergone recent surgery or have significant trauma to the spine or pelvis may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective non-invasive treatment options for patients suffering from sacroiliitis.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of therapies for sacroiliitis is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Pain in one or both buttocks, hip pain, thigh pain, or even pain more distal. * Patients may report that their pain is worse after sitting for prolonged periods or with rotational movements that will be intensified when bending laterally or backward and * Positive outcome in a minimum of three out of five pain-provocation tests (i.e., compression test, distraction test, Faber sign, Gaenslen test, and thigh thrust. * Pain close to the posterior superior iliac spine and the patient could point with a single finger to the location of pain (Fortin Finger Test). Exclusion Criteria: * The Participant who had undergone surgery or experienced significant trauma to the spine, pelvis, lower limb, chest, or abdomen within the past 12 months. * The participants with lower extremity musculoskeletal disorders, localized spinal pathology, congenital anomalies of the hip, pelvis, or spine that limited mobility. * having a positive straight leg raising test * receiving nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, hormonal therapy, or corticosteroid injections * individuals with tumors, fractures. ankylosing spondylitis.
Where this trial is running
Najran, Najran Region
- Hashim Ahmed — Najran, Najran Region, Saudi Arabia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hashim Ahmed, PhD — Assistant Professor
- Study coordinator: Hashim Ahmed, PhD
- Email: hahasan@nu.edu.sa
- Phone: +966507589062
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.