Comparative Effects of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Versus Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement in Lu… (NCT07726823) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparative Effects of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Versus Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement in Lumbar Radiculopathy
Pakistan52 participantsStarted 2026-06-20
Plain-language summary
Lumbar radiculopathy is a spinal nerve root disorder often caused by lumbar disc herniation or compression, leading to radiating leg pain, restricted movement, and functional difficulties. This condition significantly disrupts daily activities and overall quality of life. While medication and exercise are common treatments, manual therapy techniques are gaining recognition for their non-invasive and effective outcomes in relieving symptoms and improving patient function.
Who can participate
Age range
20 Years – 40 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* Age 20 to 40 years (26)
* Diagnosed patient with Unilateral Lumbar Radiculopathy secondary to L4/L5 and L5/S1 lumbar posterolateral disc buldge confirmed on MRI (12)
* Posterolateral Lumbar Radiculopathy
Exclusion Criteria:
* • Presence of red flags (e.g., cauda equina syndrome, severe neurological deficits).
* Previous spinal surgery within 1 year.
* Severe osteoporosis or vertebral fractures.
* Pregnant women.
* Systemic inflammatory or autoimmune diseases.
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
NPRS for pain
Timeframe: upto 4 weeks
2
SLR and Slump test for neural mobility
Timeframe: Upto 4 weeks
3
Oswestry Disability Index test for functional outcome