Clinical Study on the Use of Massage to Reconstruct the Function of Lumbar Stabilizer Muscles and Improve the "Muscle and Bone Imbalance" of Lumbar Disc Herniation

Launched by THE FIRST AFFILIATED HOSPITAL OF ZHEJIANG CHINESE MEDICAL UNIVERSITY · Apr 19, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how massage therapy can help improve the function of muscles that support the lower back in patients with lumbar disc herniation (LDH). The researchers aim to understand the muscle imbalances in these patients compared to healthy individuals, and how spinal manipulation might help restore proper muscle function, endurance, and control. They will also look at how these improvements relate to pain relief and overall recovery.

To be eligible for the trial, participants must be between 20 and 50 years old, diagnosed with a simple L4/5 disc herniation confirmed by MRI, and experiencing a certain level of pain. It's important that they haven't received any massage, acupuncture, or physical therapy in the month prior to joining. Participants can expect to undergo evaluations before and after treatment to track changes in muscle function and symptoms. This trial is not yet recruiting, but it aims to provide valuable insights into long-term care and preventing future problems for patients with lower back issues.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1.Meet the diagnostic criteria for LDH as outlined in the ninth edition of "Surgery," with confirmation via MRI;
• • 2.Age between 20 and 50;
• • 3.Simple L4/5 disc herniation; VAS score ≥30/100;
• • 4.Lumbar ODI index ≥20;
• • 5.No massage, acupuncture, or physical therapy within the past month;
• • 6.Signed informed consent form.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1: Exclusion criteria: history of spinal surgery or severe spinal trauma;
• • 2: combined with bone tuberculosis, tumors, severe osteoporosis, etc;
• • 3: combined with serious internal diseases such as cardiovascular, hematological, digestive system diseases, or psychiatric disorders;
• • 4: pregnant or lactating women;
• • 5: combined with autoimmune diseases, allergic diseases, acute or chronic infectious diseases accompanied by pain and joint dysfunction;
• • 6: MRI showing free nucleus pulposus or accompanied by cauda equina syndrome.