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Effect of Open Chain Versus Closed Chain Segmental Control Exercises on CSA of Lumbar Multifidus Muscle in Chronic MLBP

Egypt60 participantsStarted 2023-09-02

Plain-language summary

To investigate the effect of adding open versus closed chain segmental control exercises to conventional treatment program on pain intensity, lumbar ROM, and CSA of multifidus muscle.

Who can participate

Age range

25 Years – 55 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion criteria

. Patients with chronic low back pain from both genders their age will be ranged and divided into three groups from 25-55 years.
. Participants with chronic low back pain lasting for more than 6 Months.
. A patient who can follow the command.
. A patient who can do exercise.

Exclusion criteria

. Low back pain patients with a history of severe neurological disease or orthopedic disease.
. History of Psychological Disorder.
. Unhealthy Patient.
. Pregnant women.
. Patient with a spinal tumor.
. History of any operation related to spine. Ex. Vertebral fracture or dislocation.

Questions worth asking your doctor

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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?

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Questions for the trial coordinator

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1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?

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What they're measuring

Cross sectional area of multifidus muscle

Timeframe: Pre and Post measurement (12 weeks)

Pain intensity

Timeframe: Pre and Post measurement (12 weeks)

Trial details

NCT IDNCT06009263

SponsorCairo University

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-06-13

Contact for this trial

Haytham M Elhafez, PhD

+201001909630 elhafez@yahoo.com

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