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NCT06303388
Effects of Bruegger's Exercises Versus Egoscue Exercise on Lower Cross Syndrome
Conditions: Lower Cross Syndrome
Sex: All
Ages: 16 Years – 65 Years
Healthy volunteers: Yes
Phase: NA
Enrollment: 34
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Location: Pakistan Railway General Hospital Rawalpindi Federal
Summary
This study aims to find effects of Bruegger's Exercise versus Egoscue exercise on pain and hyperlordosis on patient with lower cross syndrome. This is interventional study which recruits 34 participants ,14 in each group.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: • Females and males aged between 16 to 65 years
* Participants had to present with low back pain
* Participants had to meet the criteria for lower crossed syndrome indicating tight hip flexors (Modified Thomas test) and erector spinae (visual assessment through toe touching) together with weak glutei (Prone Hip Extension Co-ordination/Strength Test) and abdominals (Trunk Flexion Co-ordination and Strength Test)and thoracic kyphosis.
* Angle of anterior pelvic tilt \> 10 degrees
Exclusion Criteria: • Participants who would be undergoing other forms of treatment that may interfere with the study, for the duration of the study, including other manipulative and physical therapies specific to back pain.
* Presence of other conditions that may mimic low back pain, e.g. nerve entrapment.
* Participants taking any medication that may interfere with the results of this study including, pain medication, anti-inflammatory medication, and muscle relaxants.
* Surgery on the back, pelvis, or sacrum is indicated or has previously occurred
* LBP having localised or radiating pain.
* Practiced any kind of exercise or sports activity during the last 6 months.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT06303388). StuddyBuddy aggregates publicly available trial information.