RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT06216288

Effect of Combined Lumbar Traction and Repetitive Back Extension Exercise on H-reflex in Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

The Effects of Combined Lumbar Traction and Repeated Back Extension Exercise on H-Reflex, Pain, and Disability in Patients With Lumbosacral Radiculopathy

Sponsor

Cairo University

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Jan 20, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Lumbosacral Radiculopathy McKenzie Derangement Syndrome

Summary

The aim of the study is to investigate the effect of performing combined lumbar traction and repeated back extension exercise (McKenzie) on soleus H-reflex, pain, and disability in patients with lumbosacral radiculopathy. The main question that it aims to answer is: Does the combination of lumbar traction and back extension exercise (McKenzie) improves soleus H-reflex, pain, and function in patient with lumbosacral radiculopathy? participants will be randomized into 2 groups: one group will include repeated back extension exercise (McKenzie Approach) without mechanical traction and the other group will include the same but in combination with mechanical traction.

Eligibility

Min Age: 35 YearsMax Age: 60 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying a medical device called Mechanical traction and Repeated back extension exercise (McKenzie) for people with lumbosacral radiculopathy and mckenzie derangement syndrome. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location.

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Interventions

OTHERRepeated back extension exercise (McKenzie)

repetitive back extension exercises in prone position with 1 minute hold on maximal back extension. 3 sets of 10 repetitions with 1 minute break between sets. The intervention was done 3 times per week for 6 weeks.

DEVICEMechanical traction

The traction was applied using a 3D ActiveTrac table. This motorized split table applied static traction to the lumbar spine with the participant in a prone position. The intensity of the force of traction was 40% to 60% of the participant's body weight applied for 15 minutes. The intervention was done 3 times per week for 6 weeks.