Therapeutic Effects of Instrument-assisted Versus Sound-assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization in Chro… (NCT07244913) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Therapeutic Effects of Instrument-assisted Versus Sound-assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization in Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain
Pakistan60 participantsStarted 2025-12-23
Plain-language summary
Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is the most common medical problem observed among musculoskeletal pain and spinal pain problems. It can reduce the movements due to muscular imbalances, decreased activity of daily living, and effects on health-related quality of life. It is the major cause of activity limitation, work absence, and reported clinical issues. Most of the cases of low back pain remained undiagnosed and received only symptomatic management.
Who can participate
Age range
40 Years – 55 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Pain between the inferior gluteal folds and the costal margins.
* Pain with a duration of a minimum of 24 weeks.
* Moderate to severe pain (\>3) was measured using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale.
* Straight Leg raise Limited (hamstring tightness)
Exclusion Criteria:
* Pain in lower back with radiating/referring but limited to proximal legs
* Pain for the last 03 months and at least half of the days in the last six months.
* Presence of neurological problem/deficit/disease (e.g., nerve root compression, motor deficit, paresthesia) and lower limb symptoms.
* Presence of disease like Infection, tumors, spondylolisthesis grade II or higher, vertebral fractures, identifiable cause like endometriosis
* Medicine like immunosuppression or steroid medication;
* Spinal deformities
* History of severe rheumatic, orthopedic, or cardiovascular disease in the last three months before study participation.
* Previously diagnosed Osteoporosis
* SIJ dysfunction is evaluated by a positive compression test.
* BMI over 35.
* Skin allergy or hypersensitivity that can lead to skin irritation due to IASTM/SASTM tools.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
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?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Pain Intensity
Timeframe: Pain intensity will be noted at baseline ,after the 2nd week, 3rd week, 4th week, and follow up will be taken at 2nd month, and after the 4th month post intervention.
2
Flexibility
Timeframe: The lumbar flexibility will be noted at basline after the 2nd week, 3rd week, 4th week, and follow up will be taken at 2nd month, and after the 4th month post intervention.