Effects of Isolated Lumbar Extension Resistance Training Alone and in Combination with General Exercise and Manual Therapy
Active, not recruitingNot applicableNCT06890052
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This study has no listed site in Canada in this snapshot. It is included as part of the worldwide chronic pain corpus.
Brief summary (from the registry)
This study examines effects of machine-based isolated lumbar extension resistance exercise (ILEX) on paraspinal muscle morphology and function, as well as pain intensity, disability and quality of life in patients with chronic low back pain and radiculopathy related to specific spinal disorders. Current guidelines emphasize the necessity of treating chronic low back pain with integrative, holistic approaches due to its multidimensional nature. At the same time, an increasing number of studies highlight the importance of restoring lumbar muscle function and morphology through targeted training. Regarding ILEX, existing studies already support its clinical value, however, the optimal integration of ILEX with other therapeutic modalities remains unclear. Two groups will be enrolled in an ILEX protocol (16 weeks, 25 sessions), while one of the groups will additionally participate in general exercise and manual therapy. After completion of the main program, participants will be given different options to continue the exercise therapy with a reduced frequency (e.g., once per month). After six months, a follow-up assessment will be conducted with all participants to analyze long-term efficacy.
Study details
- Official title
- Effects of Isolated Lumbar Extension Resistance Exercise and the Impact of Additional Treatments on Multifidus Muscle Morphology, Strength, and Patient-Reported Outcomes in Chronic Low Back Pain and Radiculopathy Related to Spinal Disorders: a Closely-Monitored Clinical Trial
- Conditions
- Low Back Pain
- Multifidus
- Exercise Therapy
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Interventions
- Other: Targeted exercise program
- Other: Targeted exercise as part of an integrative therapy program
- Sponsor
- University of Wuerzburg
- Collaborators
- Private Spine Center Dr. Alfen
- Start date
- 2021-12-01
- Primary completion
- 2024-12-24
- Sex
- All
- Age range
- from 18 Years to 65 Years
- Healthy volunteers
- true
- Results posted
- No results posted in this snapshot
- Countries
- Germany
- Total sites listed
- 1
Eligibility criteria
Show eligibility criteria (verbatim from the registry)
Inclusion Criteria: 1. chronic LBP for \> 3 months, defined as pain in the region between the lower ribs and gluteal folds, with or without leg pain 2. seeking care in the facility of the study 3. doctoral assessment indicating symptoms related to disc herniations/protrusions and other specific conditions 4. moderate pain levels at the time of doctoral assessment Exclusion Criteria: 1. acute low back pain (pain \< 3 months) 2. familiarity with the device (usage within the previous 12 months) 3. fractures
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (US National Library of Medicine), snapshot October 2026. Check the registry for current recruiting status. Record: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT06890052