Health Condition 1: M998- Other biomechanical lesions
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Prevalence Study: University level athletes who have a sporting experience at the university level of at least 1 year. Age: 18-30 years Gender: Male/ Female Able to comprehend instructions in English. Interventional Study: University level athletes LBP for =3 months Age: 18-30 years Gender: Male Athlete Disability Index (ADI) score: mild to moderate NPRS score: 2-6 Sorensen’s test hold time Able to comprehend instructions in English. Subject agrees to participate in the study protocol.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Interventional Study: Body mass index >35kg/m2, as this affects the electrical conductivity of the multifidus muscle due to fatty infiltration. Other orthopaedic or medical condition present, apart from low back pain. Signs and symptoms of inflammatory disorder(s). Subjects currently on medication like NSAIDs or received steroid injection in past 12 months. Subjects with prior spine surgery.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Balance/Postural control Muscle activity and performanceTimepoint: baseline, 8th week | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Pain Disability Global perceived outcome Physical performance Health related quality of life SleepTimepoint: baseline, 8th week | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Jamia Millia Islamia University