Effects of Two Manual Therapy Techniques on Pain and Function in Adults with Lumbar Radiculopathy

What this Trial Is About

Lumbar radiculopathy is a condition affecting the spinal nerve roots, often caused by lumbar disc herniation or compression, leading to leg pain, limited movement, and difficulty with daily activities. This condition impacts quality of life significantly. Researchers are evaluating two manual therapy techniques to relieve symptoms and improve function in adults aged 20 to 40 with lumbar radiculopathy in this randomized clinical trial. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups one receives the Mulligan Bent Leg Raise MBLR technique and the other receives Spinal Mobilization with Leg Movement SMWLM. Both interventions are administered three times per week for four weeks following standardized protocols. The MBLR technique involves gentle traction and leg movement to relieve pain and improve flexibility, while SMWLM combines joint mobilization with leg movement to address nerve-related pain. Throughout the study, participants will undergo several assessments including pain intensity using the Numeric Pain Rating Scale, nerve mobility tests like the Straight Leg Raise and Slump Test, and functional evaluations using the Oswestry Disability Index, Timed Up and Go test, and the 5 Repetition Sit-to-Stand test. These evaluations occur at the start, after 2 weeks, after 4 weeks of treatment, and again at an 8-week follow-up. All assessments are blinded to group assignment to ensure unbiased results. The total study duration for participants is about 8 weeks.

Comparative Effects of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Versus Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement in Lumbar Radiculopathy