Comparison of the Effectiveness of Therapeutic Ultrasound and Phonophoresis in Chronic Low Back Pain

Launched by KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY · Apr 28, 2025

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This clinical trial is studying two different treatments for chronic low back pain: therapeutic ultrasound and phonophoresis. The goal is to find out which method is more effective at reducing pain, improving movement, and enhancing overall physical function in patients aged 18 to 30 who have experienced low back pain for more than three months. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of three groups—one receiving therapeutic ultrasound, another receiving phonophoresis, and a third group that will receive a placebo treatment that mimics ultrasound but doesn’t actually provide therapy.

To be eligible for this study, individuals must have a pain level of more than 5 on a scale of 0 to 10. However, those who have had back surgery are not able to participate. Throughout the study, participants will also receive additional treatments like electrical nerve stimulation, infrared therapy, and exercises for the lower back. The findings from this trial could help shape future treatments for chronic low back pain, which is increasingly common worldwide.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Individuals with low back pain for more than 3 months and pain intensity more than 5 according to VAS will be included in the study
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • patients who have undergone surgical operations