High Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Therapy on Pain and Quality of Life in Patients With Lumbar Disc Prolapse
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- What is being studied
- The protocol lists: High intensity focused electromagnetic therapy (HIFEMT), Stabilization exercise program.
- Who it may be relevant to
- Registry conditions: Back Pain Lower Back, Magnetic Therapy. Basic parameters: 30 years — 60 years · All.
- What needs checking
- Age, condition and sex are only basic indicators. Prior treatment, laboratory values and other mandatory requirements appear in the eligibility criteria below.
- Where it takes place
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- Next step
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Official title
Effect of High Intensity Focused Electromagnetic Therapy on Pain and Quality of Life in Patients With Lumbar Disc Prolapse: a Randomized Controlled Trial
Overview
Determine whether high intensity focused electromagnetic therapy has a significant effect on pain and quality of life in patients with lumbar disc prolapse.
Detailed description
Lumbar disc prolapse is a common cause of lower back pain and radiculopathy, frequently affecting individuals in their productive years. It results from displacement of the intervertebral disc material beyond the disc space, leading to nerve root compression and significant pain, disability, and decreased quality of life. Persistent pain and reduced physical function can impair daily activities and may lead to psychological distress. Traditional conservative management, such as physical therapy and pharmacological interventions, may not always provide sufficient relief. High intensity focused electromagnetic therapy is a non-invasive modality that uses electromagnetic fields to stimulate deep muscle contractions. It has shown potential in enhancing muscle strength, modulating pain, and improving functional outcomes in musculoskeletal conditions. However, its role in managing lumbar disc prolapse has not been thoroughly investigated.
Interventions
- Other High intensity focused electromagnetic therapy (HIFEMT)
The patient will be positioned in a comfortable supine or seated position depending on the targeted lumbar area. The applicator will be placed over the lumbar spine, delivering focused electromagnetic pulses to stimulate deep core and paraspinal muscles. Each session will last 30 minutes, conducted three times per week over a period of 8 weeks. The intensity will be progressively adjusted according to patient tolerance, aiming to induce visible supramaximal muscle contractions without discomfort - Other Stabilization exercise program
Participants will be guided through core-strengthening exercises aimed at improving trunk stability, posture, and neuromuscular control. The exercises will include pelvic tilts, bridging, and bird-dog exercises. All sessions will be conducted under supervision of a physiotherapist. Each session will last for approximately 30 minutes, three times weekly for 8 weeks.
Primary outcome measures
- Back pain [Time frame: Baseline and after 8 weeks]
Secondary outcome measures (1)
- Quality of life assessment [Time frame: Baseline and after 8 weeks]
Eligibility criteria
Inclusion criteria
- A confirmed diagnosis of lumbar disc prolapse by clinical and radiological evaluation.
- Ages between 30 and 60 years.
- A history of low back pain for at least three months.
- A body mass index less than 30 kg/m².
Exclusion criteria
- History of spinal surgery or recent traumatic spinal injury.
- Severe spinal canal stenosis or progressive neurological deficits.
- Known malignancy, infection, or inflammatory arthritis affecting the spine.
- Presence of implanted metal devices or pacemakers contraindicating electromagnetic therapy.
- Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy.
- Cognitive or psychological disorders that impair communication or ability to follow instructions
Criteria are shown verbatim from the registry (in English). Final eligibility is always assessed by the study center.
Healthy volunteers: No
Study design
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Model
- Parallel assignment
- Masking
- Double blind
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
Study locations
Center list to be confirmed — check the primary protocol.
Identifiers
NCT: NCT07278596 · Electromagnetic Therapy