The Relationship Between Upper Extremity Exercise Capacity, Respiratory and Peripheral Muscle Strength in Chronic Low Back Pain

Last updated: February 3, 2025
Sponsor: Kirsehir Ahi Evran Universitesi
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

Chronic Pain

Treatment

N/A

Clinical Study ID

NCT06806514
2025-02/12
  • Ages 18-65
  • All Genders

Study Summary

The aim of the study was to evaluate the upper extremity exercise capacity of individuals with chronic low back pain and to investigate its relationship with respiratory muscle strength, peripheral muscle strength, chest expansion, pain, disability level, fear of movement and quality of life.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

  • Voluntary participation in the study

  • Being aged 18-65

  • Chronic low back pain for at least the last 3 months

  • Pain intensity according to Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) ≥3

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

  • History of cancer

  • Presence of spinal infection

  • Presence of rheumatological disorders

  • Presence of spinal fracture

  • Red flag signs

  • Having a psychological disorder

  • Presence of spinal surgery

  • Having radiculopathy

  • Presence of anatomical and congenital abnormalities

Study Design

Total Participants: 47
Study Start date:
February 03, 2025
Estimated Completion Date:
May 31, 2026

Connect with a study center

  • Kirsehir Ahi Evran University

    Kirsehir,
    Turkey

    Active - Recruiting

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