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Comparative Effects of Dry Needling Versus Soft Tissue Mobilization on Hamstring Tightness in Chronic Low Back Pain
Led by Riphah International University · Updated on 2024-12-27
30
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
4 weeks
Total Duration
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating the effects of dry needling versus soft tissue mobilization on hamstring tightness in patients with chronic low back pain. Chronic low back pain is defined as pain lasting 12 weeks or longer, and hamstring tightness is described as difficulty extending the knee beyond 160 degrees while the hip is flexed at 90 degrees. This randomized clinical trial aims to assess how these treatments impact pain, range of motion, and functionality. The study will include 30 participants divided into two groups of 15 each. Both groups will receive baseline treatments including hot packs applied for 15 minutes on the hamstrings and lower back, transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) for warm-up and pain relief, and spinal mobilization with posterior anterior glide techniques. Group A will receive dry needling on three specific points of the hamstring muscle, performed twice a week for four weeks, totaling eight sessions. Group B will receive soft tissue mobilization using the Graston technique, also twice weekly for four weeks. Participants will undergo assessments at four weeks, including the Numeric Pain Rating Scale to measure pain, the Oswestry Disability Index to evaluate disability, inclinometer measurements, and the Active Knee Extension Test. These evaluations will help determine changes in pain levels, range of motion, and functional ability. The study will monitor participants throughout the treatment period, with no mention of long-term follow-up beyond the four weeks of treatment.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Comparative Effects of Dry Needling Versus Soft Tissue Mobilization on Hamstring Tightness
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Reduction in active knee extension test greater than 25 degrees
- Current back pain between 4 to 6 on the Numeric Pain Rating Scale
- Low back pain lasting at least 12 weeks to 6 months
- Age between 20 and 40 years
You will not qualify if you...
- Use of anticoagulants or presence of vascular diseases
- Needle phobia or allergy to metals
- Cognitive impairment
- History of fracture in the lumbar region
- History of systemic diseases such as cancer or joint diseases
- History of congestive heart failure within the past 24 months
- Use of narcotics or muscle relaxants within 30 days before enrollment
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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 baseline treatment including hot pack, TENS, and spinal mobilization, followed by either dry needling or soft tissue mobilization depending on their group assignment.
2 sessions per week for 4 weeks (total 8 sessions)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Hameed Latif Medical Centre
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan, 54000
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Research Team
I
Imran Amjad, Phd
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
SINGLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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