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Silent Lumbar Disc Herniation Syndrome Observational Study Evaluating Muscle Strength and Nerve Reflexes
Led by Noha Khaled Shoukry · Updated on 2024-06-11
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What this Trial Is About
Researchers are studying lumbar disc herniation (LDH), a common condition linked to changes in the neuromuscular and movement systems. Although LDH can cause symptoms, it is also found in many healthy people without any back or leg problems. This study aims to better understand the silent form of LDH and its effects on muscle strength and nerve reflexes in the lower limbs to improve injury risk identification. This observational study will include 180 healthy adults aged 20 to 40 without back or lower limb symptoms. Participants will be grouped by MRI results into those with silent LDH and nerve root compression, those with a history of LDH treated with physical therapy, and those without LDH. Physical therapy treatments include ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and back exercises. The study will evaluate muscle strength using isokinetic peak torque and nerve function using the H-reflex. Participants will undergo MRI scans and physical assessments over three months. Researchers will measure muscle strength and nerve reflexes in the knee and ankle muscles to see how silent LDH affects these functions. The study hopes to guide better screening and treatment decisions and reduce the risk of injury or recurrence after physical therapy. Participants' progress and outcomes will be monitored and analyzed throughout the study period.
CONDITIONS
Brief Title
Silent Lumbar Disc Herniation Syndrome
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Patients with lumbar disc herniation and root compression confirmed by MRI but no back or lower extremity symptoms
You will not qualify if you...
- Any previous fractures or surgery affecting lower extremity joint alignment or motion
- Fixed deformity or true leg length discrepancy greater than 5mm
- Medical conditions affecting peripheral nerves such as diabetes mellitus
- Neuromuscular dysfunction or vestibular disorders
- Sacroiliac pain or dysfunction, low back pain
- Radicular, referred, or radiating pain
- Previous lower extremity injury
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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 - 3 months
Participants undergo MRI scans and assessments of muscle strength and nerve reflexes to evaluate lumbar disc herniation status and related parameters.
1 baseline visit and 1 follow-up visit
Duration - Up to 3 months
Participants are observed to assess the influence of silent lumbar disc herniation on muscle strength and nerve reflexes over time.
Additional assessments may occur depending on group assignment
Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Faculty of Physical Therapy
Giza, Egypt, 12556
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
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