Effects of Whole Body Vibration Training on Lumbar Proprioception and Postural Stability in Healthy Adults
Launched by FOUNDATION UNIVERSITY ISLAMABAD · Nov 30, 2022
Trial Information
Current as of May 18, 2025
Unknown status
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Stability of the lumbar spine is required for static and dynamic functioning in daily life activities. Spinal proprioception is one of the major feedback mechanisms which contribute to spine positioning and trunk stability. Sense of proprioception is processed by the central nervous system based on the afferent information received by mechanoreceptors located in muscle spindles, Golgi tendon organs, and joint capsules. Proprioceptive feedback contributes toward joint position sense which is integral for trunk control, postural stability, and balance. Defective proprioceptive feedback can im...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Healthy young adults aged 18-25 years
- • Both males and females willing to participate in the study
- • No participation in a regular exercise or physical activity program
- • Subjects with fall risk score (FRS) \> 1.5 on Biodex balance system
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Individuals suffering from any acute or chronic co-morbidities of musculoskeletal, neurologic, cardiovascular or systemic origin
- • Subjects with history of low back pain or any vestibular disorders, inner ear infections, or hearing loss, which could affect balance and proprioception
- • Pregnant females
About Foundation University Islamabad
Foundation University Islamabad (FUI) is a prominent educational institution dedicated to advancing research and innovation in various fields, including clinical sciences. With a commitment to excellence in education and healthcare, FUI fosters a collaborative environment that encourages multidisciplinary research initiatives. The university actively engages in clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes and contributing valuable insights to the medical community. Through its state-of-the-art facilities and a team of experienced professionals, Foundation University Islamabad strives to uphold the highest ethical standards in clinical research, ensuring the integrity and reliability of its findings.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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