Comparing the Effectiveness of Tensioner Vs Slider Neurodynamic Techniques in Patients With Sciatica (NCT07632612) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparing the Effectiveness of Tensioner Vs Slider Neurodynamic Techniques in Patients With Sciatica
Pakistan80 participantsStarted 2026-06-03
Plain-language summary
objective of this randomized controlled trial is to examine the efficacy of both tensioner and slider neurodynamic approaches in patients suffering from sciatica. This study seeks to establish which approach is more efficacious in alleviating pain intensity, disability functional, and mobility. The results of this study will assist physical therapists in making an informed decision on the type of neurodynamic therapy for their patients.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 50 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients with radicular pain persisting for 12 weeks to 1 year, with no acute episode in the last 4 weeks
* Unilateral symptoms radiating below the buttock to thigh, knee, or lower leg
* Positive Slump Test
* Positive Straight Leg Raise (SLR) test above 45°
* Functional limitation during activities such as walking or lifting
Exclusion Criteria:
* BMI \< 20 kg/m² or \> 30 kg/m²
* Previous history of spinal surgery
* Presence of red flags (significant motor/sensory loss, altered reflexes, or bowel/bladder dysfunction)
* Peripheral neuropathy
* History of vertebral fracture or significant spinal/limb trauma
* Systemic diseases (e.g., diabetes mellitus, cardiovascular, or renal disease)
* Progressive neurological deficits (motor weakness, sensory loss, reflex changes)
* Pregnancy
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?
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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?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.