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Graded Activity Versus Supervised Exercises in Patients With Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF SAO PAULO · Oct 31, 2012

Trial Information

Current as of May 04, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

Objective: To contrast the efficacy of of graded activity program and supervised exercise on pain, functional disability, quality of life, global perceived effect, return to work, physical activity, physical capacity and strength of the lower limbs in patients with chronic non-specific low back pain

Design: Sixty-six will be randomized into two groups namely: Graded Activity program (GA)(n = 33) and supervised exercise (SE) (n = 33). The primary clinical outcomes will be pain, assessed with the numerical pain scale and McGill Pain Questionnaire, and disability assessed with Roland Morris D...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • Patients with non-specific chronic low back pain for at least three months, age between 18 and 65 year of both genders and with a minimum pain intensity score of three in the 11-point Pain Numerical Rating Scale (ranging from 0 to 10 points).
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Known or suspected serious spinal pathology (fractures, tumors, inflammatory or infective diseases of the spine);
  • Nerve root compromise;
  • Comorbid health conditions that would prevent active participation in the exercise programs;
  • Pregnancy;
  • Cardio Respiratory illnesses;

About University Of Sao Paulo

The University of São Paulo (USP) is a prestigious public research university located in Brazil, renowned for its commitment to advancing knowledge and innovation in various fields, including medicine and health sciences. As a clinical trial sponsor, USP leverages its extensive academic resources, interdisciplinary expertise, and state-of-the-art facilities to facilitate groundbreaking research aimed at improving patient outcomes and addressing critical health challenges. The university's strong emphasis on ethical standards and regulatory compliance ensures that all clinical trials are conducted with the highest integrity, fostering collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and the broader community to enhance scientific discovery and translate findings into practical applications.

Locations

São Paulo, , Brazil

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Amelia P Marques, PHD

Study Director

University of Sao Paulo

Mauricio O Magalhaes, MSc

Principal Investigator

University of Sao Paulo

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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