Post-Isometric Relaxation and Myofascial Release for Low Back Pain with Lower Cross Syndrome

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 randomized controlled trial will compare two physiotherapy approaches in adults aged 18 to 45 with chronic low back pain and lower cross syndrome. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either post-isometric relaxation with myofascial release or conventional stretching with therapeutic modalities. Outcomes related to pain, flexibility, and functional disability will be measured at baseline and after the intervention period to determine if the combined techniques provide additional benefit. The study aims to inform evidence-based physiotherapy management for posture-related low back pain. Conducted at Life Cure Physiotherapy Clinic in Karachi with University of Karachi as lead sponsor and IQRA University as collaborator.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

1. Participants aged 18-45 years old
2. having low back pain persisting for at least 4 weeks
3. with clinical diagnosis of LCS, and hamstring tightness (AKE \>15°)

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Participants with the history of spinal surgery active neurological conditions
2. systemic disease affecting connective tissue (Rheumatoid arthritis, Systemic lupus erythematosus)
3. recent lower limb or spinal injury (within 6 months)
4. pregnancy or inability to lie prone for treatment.

Where it's running

• life cure physiotherapy clinic malir cantt, Karachi
  Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Bushra Madad Ali Malik, DPT — University of Karachi
• Study coordinator: Bushra Madad Ali Malik, MPHIL
• Email: bushramalik0910@gmail.com
• Phone: +92305 2722589

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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.