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Comparative Effects of Maitland's Rotation Mobilization and Mulligan's Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement on Lumbar Radiculopathy
Led by Foundation University Islamabad · Updated on 2025-07-03
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are evaluating and comparing two mobilization techniques, Maitland's rotation mobilization and Mulligan's spinal mobilization with leg movement (SMWLM), in patients with lumbar radiculopathy. This study aims to discover which technique provides longer-lasting effects on pain, range of motion, and functional mobility for those suffering from this condition. The study is designed as a randomized controlled trial to assess these outcomes in a structured way. Participants will be divided into two groups receiving different treatment protocols. Group A will undergo Mulligan's Spinal Mobilization at the lumbar spine (L4-L5) with lower limb movement, performing 3 repetitions and 3 sets, followed by neurodynamic mobilization using the slump technique for 3 repetitions and 1 set. Group B will receive Maitland's Lumbar Rotation Mobilization with the same repetition and set scheme and neurodynamic mobilization as in Group A. Each participant will attend a total of 6 treatment sessions, one session per day. During the study, researchers will measure lumbar radiculopathy pain using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS), range of motion via the Straight Leg Raise (SLR) test, and functional status by the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) at the 1st, 3rd, and 6th sessions of the treatment. The trial includes regular assessments to monitor progress and evaluate the effects of each mobilization technique. Participants will be involved for a short treatment period with repeated measurements to track changes over time.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Comparative Effects of Maitland's Rotation Mobilization and Mulligan's Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement on Lumbar Radiculopathy
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Age between 18 and 65 years
- Both males and females
- Diagnosis of chronic (3 months or longer) lumbar unilateral radiculopathy
- Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NPRS) score greater than 5 and less than 8
You will not qualify if you...
- Diagnosis of other back conditions such as failed back surgery syndrome, spondylosis, spondylolisthesis, spinal stenosis, non-specific low back pain, or fracture
- Non-ambulant or wheelchair-bound status or having cauda equina syndrome
- Currently taking anticoagulant medications
- Pregnant females
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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 - 6 sessions over 6 days
Participants receive either Mulligan's Spinal Mobilization with Leg Movement or Maitland's Lumbar Rotation Mobilization, combined with Lower Limb Neurodynamic Mobilization over multiple sessions.
6 daily visits (in-person)
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
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Foundation University College of Physical Therapy
Islamabad, Pakistan, 44000
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Research Team
M
Maryam Razzaq, DPT
How is the study designed?
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Masking
DOUBLE
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Model
PARALLEL
Primary Purpose
TREATMENT
Number of Arms
2
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