Health Condition 1: F- Physical Rehabilitation and Diagnostic Audiology
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Abdominal Hollowing Exercise and Piriformis Stretching Exercise: The intervention involves abdominal hollowing and piriformis stretching exercises for patients with spondylolisthesis. T
Sponsors
Ganesh Dey
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Participants eligible for the study must meet the following criteria: Both male and female patients, regardless of age, diagnosed with spondylolisthesis through radiological examination of the lumbar spine (L1 to L5 segment). Patients experiencing low back pain with or without leg pain, regardless of whether the condition is acute or chronic. Patients with reduced functional capacity due to spondylolisthesis, as assessed by standard disability questionnaires. Participants willing to provide informed consent and participate in the full course of the study.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Participants will be excluded from the study if they meet any of the following criteria: History of spinal surgery, especially those with spinal fixation, as they may not respond to physiotherapy. Any prior exercise therapy for back pain in the last 2 months, as this may affect the response to the interventions. Presence of any neurological disorders that could interfere with participation or the treatment outcomes. Patients with conditions other than spondylolisthesis causing back pain. Pregnant women, as certain exercises may be contraindicated during pregnancy. Diagnosed with spinal tumors, tuberculosis, or other systemic diseases contraindicated for physiotherapy. Severe psychological disorders that may hinder the patient s ability to comply with the exercise regimen. Lack of cooperation, motivation, or dissatisfaction with the treatment protocol.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Pain Intensity: Measured using the Dallas Pain Questionnaire (DPQ) at baseline and post-intervention (6 weeks). Functional Disability: Assessed with the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) at baseline and post-intervention (6 weeks). Kinesiophobia (Fear of Movement): Measured using the Tampa Scale for Kinesiophobia (TSK) at baseline and post-intervention (6 weeks).Timepoint: 6 weeks of treatment (18 sessions). | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Improvement in Spinal Mobility: Measured by range of motion tests (not detailed in the thesis, but typically assessed during the intervention period). Quality of Life: Measured through general health and well-being questionnaires, if applicable (not explicitly mentioned, but often included in such trials).Timepoint: 6 weeks of treatment (18 sessions). | — |
Countries
Bangladesh
Contacts
Public ContactProf Dr Mohammad Anwar Hossain
Bangladesh Health Professions Institute (BHPI), CRP
Outcome results
None listed