Menopausal, Pain, Low Back
Conditions
Brief summary
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of resistance training, core strengthening exercises, and vitamin D supplementation in reducing low back pain (LBP) among postmenopausal women.
Detailed description
Postmenopausal women are particularly susceptible to LBP due to physiological changes such as reduced estrogen levels, decreased muscle mass, and bone density. The randomized controlled trial (RCT) will be conducted over six months in various clinical settings in Lahore, with a sample size of 36 participants, divided into two groups. The inclusion criteria focus on postmenopausal women aged 50-70 years experiencing LBP for at least three months and who are not currently taking vitamin D supplements. Data on pain intensity, functional disability, muscle strength, endurance, and vitamin D levels will be collected and analyzed to assess the interventions' impact. The study's findings could provide evidence-based recommendations for managing LBP in postmenopausal women, combining physical activity with nutritional supplementation.
Interventions
DIAGNOSTIC_TESTResistance Training and Core Strengthening Exercises Group
The regimen includes resistance training (using bands, weights, and bodyweight for major muscle groups) and core strengthening (targeting abdominal, lower back, hip, and gluteal muscles) exercises.
DIAGNOSTIC_TESTResistance Training and Core Strengthening Exercises Group Plus Vitamin D Supplementation
Group 1 Intervention plus Vitamin D Supplementation: Daily vitamin D supplementation, with the dosage adjusted based on initial serum 25(OH)D levels to achieve and maintain optimal vitamin D
Sponsors
Superior University
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
PARALLEL
Primary purpose
DIAGNOSTIC
Masking
NONE
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
FEMALE
Age
50 Years to 70 Years
Healthy volunteers
No
Inclusion criteria
* Postmenopausal women aged 50-70 years. * Experiencing low back pain for at least 3 months. * Capable of engaging in light to moderate physical exercise.
Exclusion criteria
* History of spinal surgery. * currently taking vitamin D supplements. * Diagnosed with severe osteoporosis. * Chronic use of pain medication that cannot be temporarily ceased. * Current participation in another clinical trial.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Visual Analog Scale (VAS) | 6 Month | The visual analog scale for pain is a straight line with one end meaning no pain and the other end meaning the worst pain imaginable |
| Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) | 6 Months | a patient-completed questionnaire which gives a subjective percentage score of level of function (disability) in activities of daily living in those rehabilitating from low back pain. |
Countries
Pakistan
Outcome results
None listed