Effects of Different Exercise Programs Plus Photobiomodulation on Non-specific Low-back Pain.

Launched by UNIVERSIDADE NORTE DO PARANÁ · May 13, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

The purpose of this study will be to investigate the effects of two different exercise programs (Pilates and multicomponent) combined with photobiomodulation therapy (PBMT) on pain intensity, postural balance, and psychological aspects in individuals with chronic non-specific low back pain (CNLBP). Participants will be randomized into four groups (n = 20 per group): Pilates exercise program + active PBMT (PIL+PBMT), Pilates exercise program + sham PBMT (PIL+SHAM), multicomponent exercise program + active PBMT (EX+PBMT) and multicomponent exercise program + sham PBMT (EX+SHAM). The PIL+PBMT ...

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Men and women aged 18-75 years
• • Self-report of recurrent (≥ 3 x/week) or continuous episodes of nonspecific low back pain for at least 3 months, comprising the lumbar region between L1-L5
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • To present a history of musculoskeletal disorders that could affect muscle function
• • To make use of medicines that could affect muscle function.
• • To present low back pain of specific etiology, such as: tumor, herniated disc, facet syndrome, canal stenosis, among others.
• • To have used ergogenic supplements and anabolic steroids for at least six months before study
• • To present severe skin diseases in the lumbar region, such as: erysipelas, eczema, dermatitis, psoriasis and urticaria
• • To have restrictions for exercises practice considering Physical Activity Readiness Questionnaire (PAR-Q) responses.