Exercise program for chronic low back pain relief
Effects of a Land and Aquatic Exercise-based Program on Pain, Mobility and Quality of Life in Patients with Chronic Low Back Pain: a Randomized Controlled Trial
This study tests whether a combined exercise program in water and on land can help adults with chronic low back pain feel better and improve their daily life more than just exercising in water alone.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Instituto Politécnico de Leiria Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Leiria) |
| Trial ID | NCT06641570 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the effects of a combined aquatic and land-based exercise program on pain, mobility, and quality of life in adults suffering from chronic low back pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to either an aquatic exercise program or a combined program to assess differences in pain levels, functional disability, and overall quality of life. The study aims to determine if the combined approach offers greater benefits compared to aquatic exercise alone.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults over 18 years old with chronic low back pain lasting three months or longer and a pain intensity of 3 or higher on the Visual Analogue Scale.
Not a fit: Patients with pain radiating to the lower limb, recent pregnancy, or severe underlying health conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly reduce pain and improve the quality of life for patients with chronic low back pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with exercise interventions for chronic low back pain, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Both gender; * Portuguese nationality; * Aged over 18 years; * Chronic Low Back Pain lasting three months or longer and with an intensity of 3 or higher on the Visual Analogue Scale at rest. Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who refuse to participate or do not provide informed consent; * Pain radiating to the lower limb; * Recent pregnancy or childbirth (less than 8 weeks ago); * Ongoing physical therapy treatments; * Severe rheumatological, neurological, neoplastic, cardiovascular diseases or other conditions that could prevent full participation in the intervention; * History of spinal surgery; * Inflammatory, infectious, or malignant spinal diseases; * Psychiatric disorders that may affect adherence and symptom assessment.
Where this trial is running
Leiria
- Polytechnic Institute of Leiria — Leiria, Portugal (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Joana Borges, PT — Instituto Politécnico de Leiria
- Study coordinator: Joana Borges, PT
- Email: joanaccborges24@hotmail.com
- Phone: +351964928447
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.