Muscle energy stretching of the latissimus dorsi for mechanical low back pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This interventional trial compares conservative physical therapy alone with conservative physical therapy plus a post-facilitation muscle energy technique targeting the latissimus dorsi in people with mechanical low back pain lasting more than three months. Outcomes include pain intensity (NPRS), functional disability (Oswestry Disability Index), and lumbar range of motion. Participants meeting clinical inclusion and exclusion criteria attend the single study site for treatment sessions and outcome measurements. The protocol focuses on improving muscle extensibility and spinal mobility through manual techniques integrated into a rehabilitation program.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients had low back pain for more than 3 months Moderate disability (20 to 40 %) determined through Oswestry Disability Index Subjects with pain ranging 3 to 8 on NPRS Able to perform ROM of lumbar spine (flexion and extension) within range of pain Patient were not under any medical treatment (analgesics etc) both male and female

Exclusion Criteria:

* presence of any red flags (i.e tumor , metabolic disease, rheumatoid arthritis , osteoporosis , history of use of steroids ) SLR test positive Muscle weakness or paralysis of lower extremity Prior surgery of lumbar spine and pregnancy Any psychological problem

Where it's running

• Foundation University Islamabad
  Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Laraib Khurshid, DPT — Foundation University Islamabad
• Study coordinator: Laraib Khurshid, DPT
• Email: laraibhamza20@gmail.com
• Phone: +923135965114

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.