Using virtual reality for physical therapy in chronic low back pain patients
Effects of Virtual Reality on Pain, Functional Disability and Fear Avoidance Belief in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
This study is testing if virtual reality exercises can help people with chronic low back pain feel better compared to regular physical therapy.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 84 (estimated) |
| Ages | 25 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Lahore Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Lahore, Punjab) |
| Trial ID | NCT05859321 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of virtual reality-based exercises compared to routine physical therapy for patients suffering from chronic low back pain. Participants will engage in virtual reality exercises designed to address pain, functional disability, and fear avoidance beliefs associated with their condition. The study will assess the outcomes of both treatment approaches to determine which is more beneficial for improving patient health and quality of life.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals experiencing chronic low back pain lasting more than 12 weeks without any associated neurological or systemic diseases.
Not a fit: Patients with a history of spinal trauma, neurological diseases, or those who are pregnant may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a novel and effective treatment option for managing chronic low back pain.
How similar studies have performed: While the use of virtual reality in physical therapy is a growing field, this specific approach to treating chronic low back pain is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in previous studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Low back pain that persists for more than 12 weeks * Non-radiating low back pain * Mechanical low back pain * Both Gender Exclusion Criteria: * trauma or fracture of the spine * any cardiac disease * any systematic disease * history of any neurological diseases such as Parkinson's disease, stroke and epilepsy * patient on corticosteroid or anticoagulants * history of any Drug abuse * any Congenital deformity * Virtual reality games phobia * Pregnant female
Where this trial is running
Lahore, Punjab
- University of Lahore — Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Umair Ahmed, PhD
- Email: umair.ahmed@uipt.uol.edu.pk
- Phone: 00924235467358
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.