Effects of spinal manipulation on back pain and muscle oxygenation in office workers
Effect of Thoracic Manipulation on Peripheral Muscle Oxygenation, Pain, and Disability in Office Workers With Back Pain
This study tests if spinal manipulation can help office workers with back pain feel better and improve muscle oxygenation compared to exercise.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Bahçeşehir University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Besiktas, Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06704373 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how thoracic spinal manipulation affects peripheral muscle oxygenation, pain levels, and disability in office workers suffering from back pain. Participants aged 20-50 who have experienced back pain in the last three months will be randomized to receive either thoracic manipulation or exercise interventions. The study will assess outcomes at acute, 10-day, and 4-week follow-ups to determine the effectiveness of the treatment. The research aims to provide insights into the relationship between spinal manipulation and improvements in back pain and muscle function.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are active office workers aged 20-50 who have experienced back pain in the last three months and have a pain score of at least 30 mm on a numerical scale.
Not a fit: Patients with orthopedic, neurological, or psychological disorders, or those with specific conditions like osteoporosis or cancer, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a non-invasive treatment option for office workers suffering from back pain, potentially improving their quality of life and productivity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with spinal manipulation for back pain, suggesting that this approach may be effective, though the specific focus on thoracic manipulation is less explored.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Active desk-based office worker for the past 3 months * Age between 20 and 50 years * Back pain experience in the last 3 months * Willing to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Diagnosis of osteoporosis * Presence of a newly formed fracture * Recent trauma * Cancer * Osteomyelitis * Hypermobility * Ankylosing spondylitis * Presence of an aneurysm * Presence of vascular occlusion * Malignancies
Where this trial is running
Besiktas, Istanbul
- Bahcesehir University — Besiktas, Istanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Alev Atasever, PT — Bahcesehir University, Graduate Education Institute,Chiropractic Master of Science Program
- Study coordinator: Pelin Pişirici, PT, PhD
- Email: pelinpisirici@gmail.com
- Phone: 05055016076
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.