Personalized back training program for low back pain relief

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 study investigates the effectiveness of a personalized physical back training program aimed at improving physical functioning in individuals suffering from non-specific low back pain (NSLBP). Participants will engage in either personalized or non-personalized back exercises to assess which approach yields better outcomes in alleviating pain and enhancing physical capabilities. The study focuses on individuals who have experienced NSLBP for at least six weeks and aims to provide insights into tailored therapeutic strategies for this common condition. By evaluating the impact of personalized therapy, the research seeks to address a significant gap in effective treatment options for NSLBP.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Access to the University Sports of the Lucerne Universities (i.e., students, employees, alumni, subscribers)
* NSLBP for at least 6 weeks
* Activity limiting NSLBP (at least one activity with a PSFS Score of ≤ 50/100 on a scale from 0 = unable to perform due to NSLBP to 100 = able to perform at the same level as before NSLBP)
* Age between 18 and 65 years
* Understand the German language
* Willing to participate in the study
* Written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Specific LBP
* Red flags associated with any serious pathology or specific LBP,
* Being on a waiting list for or less than 12 months post any surgery of the lower back
* Pregnancy or given birth within the last 12 months
* Diagnosed central neurological disease
* Not allowed to exercise
* Participant in the feasibility study
* Expecting to be absent for more than 2 weeks during the intervention period

Where it's running

• University of Lucerne, Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, University Research Centre Health and Society
  Lucerne, Canton of Lucerne, Switzerland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Claudio Perret, PhD — University of Lucerne, University Research Centre Health and Society
• Study coordinator: Claudio Perret, PhD
• Email: claudio.perret@unilu.ch
• Phone: +41419396650

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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.