Exploring the link between low back pain and body awareness
Factors Associated With Sensitization in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
This study looks at how being aware of your body can affect pain and daily life for people aged 18-65 who have chronic low back pain.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 72 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Karabuk University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Karabük) |
| Trial ID | NCT06958263 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study investigates the relationship between chronic non-specific low back pain and body awareness, focusing on how central sensitization affects pain perception and muscular endurance. Participants aged 18-65 with chronic low back pain will be assessed to understand how their awareness of bodily sensations influences their pain management and daily functioning. The study aims to fill gaps in existing literature regarding the interplay between body awareness and central sensitization, which may inform future treatment strategies for rehabilitation. By examining these relationships, the research seeks to enhance understanding of pain management in individuals suffering from chronic low back pain.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals aged 18-65 diagnosed with chronic non-specific low back pain lasting at least 12 weeks.
Not a fit: Patients with psychological disorders, severe depression, or significant neurological diseases will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved pain management strategies and rehabilitation approaches for patients with chronic low back pain.
How similar studies have performed: While the relationship between pain and body awareness has been explored, this specific focus on central sensitization is relatively novel and has not been extensively studied.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Being between the ages of 18-65 * Being diagnosed with chronic non-specific low back pain (Pain between the gluteal folds and the 12th ribs that lasts at least 12 weeks and has no known pathoanatomical cause) * Being willing to participate in the study Exclusion Criteria: * Having a psychological disorder, mental disorder, cancer and severe depression * Having a history of primary or metastatic spinal malignancy, spinal fracture * Having a neurological disease (Hemiplegia, Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson's, etc.) * Being diagnosed with advanced osteoporosis * Having a history of surgery or acute infection in the lumbar region
Where this trial is running
Karabük
- Karabuk University, Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Application and Research Center — Karabük, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Seher İmanur — Karabuk University
- Study coordinator: Musa Güneş, PhD
- Email: musagunes52@hotmail.com
- Phone: 05315132482
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.