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Biopsychosocial Model-based Care Versus Routine Physical Therapy in Chronic Back Pain
Led by Lahore University of Biological and Applied Sciences · Updated on 2026-03-09
80
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
4 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
Chronic low back pain (CLBP) is a persistent condition influenced by physical, psychological, and social factors. This trial compares biopsychosocial (BPS) model-based care with routine physical therapy to evaluate their effects on pain, disability, psychosocial outcomes, and inflammation in adults aged 25 to 60 years with CLBP lasting 12 weeks or more. The study aims to provide evidence supporting a holistic approach to managing chronic low back pain. Participants are randomly assigned to either the Routine Physical Therapy group or the BPS Model-Based Care group. Both groups receive baseline treatments including hot packs and TENS, stretching, and strengthening exercises administered three times weekly over four weeks. The BPS group additionally receives manual therapy, neural mobilization, cognitive behavioral therapy, pain education, guided imagery, and group exercise therapy to address psychological and social factors. Participants will attend supervised therapy sessions lasting about 45 minutes each, three times a week for four weeks. Outcomes such as pain self-efficacy, functional disability, inflammatory markers, and perceived social support will be measured at baseline, after the intervention, and at follow-up. The study uses questionnaires and biochemical assessments to evaluate physical, psychological, and social dimensions of recovery in chronic low back pain.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Biopsychosocial Model-based Care Versus Routine Physical Therapy in Chronic Back Pain
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Diagnosed with non-specific chronic low back pain lasting more than 12 weeks
- Pain intensity score of 3 or higher on the Visual Analog Scale
- Able to read and understand study instructions and questionnaires
- Not currently undergoing structured physiotherapy or psychological treatment for low back pain
- Aged between 25 and 60 years
You will not qualify if you...
- History of specific spinal pathology such as fracture, tumor, infection, or inflammatory disease
- Presence of neurological deficits like radiculopathy or cauda equina syndrome
- Previous lumbar spine surgery
- Current major psychiatric illness interfering with participation
- Pregnancy or within 6 months postpartum
- Ongoing treatment with systemic corticosteroids or medications affecting musculoskeletal health
- Participation in another clinical trial within the past 3 months
- Any other medical condition deemed unsafe for participation by the investigator
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Your Study Journey
Duration - 2 to 4 weeks
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial.
1 visit (in-person)
Duration - 4 weeks
Participants receive physical therapy sessions three times per week for 4 weeks. The Biopsychosocial group receives a multimodal program including physical, psychological, and social components, while the Routine Physical Therapy group receives standard physical therapy focused on pain relief and muscle strengthening.
3 visits per week for 4 weeks
Duration - 4 weeks
Participants are assessed for pain intensity, functional disability, and other outcomes 4 weeks after completing treatment to evaluate lasting effects.
1 visit (in-person) at 8 weeks post-baseline
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
University of Lahore
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 05450
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Research Team
M
Muhammad Tariq, BSPT, tDPT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
TRIPLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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