Chronic nonspecific low back pain (CNSLBP) is a common issue among the elderly, affecting their physical health, daily activities, sleep quality, and overall quality of life. This study aimed to compare the effects of various interventions, including standard therapy (ST), transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), yoga, kinesiology taping (KT), awareness education, and home exercises on pain, disability, sleep quality, and quality of life in elderly with CNSLBP. In line with the objectives of this randomized controlled trial, the following hypotheses have been formulated: Hypothesis 1: Standard treatment and transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) have an effect on pain, disability status, sleep, and quality of life in elderly individuals with chronic non-specific low back pain (CNSLBP). Hypothesis 2: Yoga has an effect on pain, disability status, sleep, and quality of life in elderly individuals with CNSLBP. Hypothesis 3: Educational sessions and home exercise programs have an effect on pain, disability status, sleep, and quality of life in elderly individuals with CNSLBP. Hypothesis 4: Kinesiology taping and home exercise programs have an effect on pain, disability status, sleep, and quality of life in elderly individuals with CNSLBP. The study was conducted at a private physical therapy and rehabilitation center in the Aegean region between July 2024 and November 2024. Patients were randomly assigned to four different groups. Group 1 (G1): Participants received standard physiotherapy approaches, including therapeutic ultrasound and hot packs, in addition to transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS). TENS was applied using two channels with 5x5 cm electrodes placed over the thoracic 12 and sacral 1 regions. Four electrodes were used for 20 minutes with a pulse width of 50-100 µs and a frequency of 60-120 Hz. Group 2 (G2): Participants engaged in Iyengar yoga sessions that included asanas, pranayama, and mental focus exercises. The sessions lasted 45 minutes and were conducted as group exercises tailored for elderly individuals. Additionally, participants were encouraged to continue yoga exercises on non-session days. Group 3 (G3): Participants received educational sessions and home exercise programs targeting low back pain. The educational sessions were based on the World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines for low back pain management. Group 4 (G4): Participants received kinesiology taping and home exercise programs. Kinesiology taping was applied in an I-shaped parallel manner to the quadratus lumborum muscle. All interventions were administered three times per week for four weeks, totaling 12 sessions.
Age range
65 Years – 86 Years
Sex
ALL
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Pain Assesment
Timeframe: 4 weeks
Disability Assessment
Timeframe: 4 weeks