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Comparative Effects of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Versus Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement in Lumbar Radiculopathy
Sponsor: Riphah International University
Summary
Lumbar radiculopathy is a spinal nerve root disorder often caused by lumbar disc herniation or compression, leading to radiating leg pain, restricted movement, and functional difficulties. This condition significantly disrupts daily activities and overall quality of life. While medication and exercise are common treatments, manual therapy techniques are gaining recognition for their non-invasive and effective outcomes in relieving symptoms and improving patient function.
Official title: Comparative Effects of Mulligan Bent Leg Raise Versus Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement on Pain, Neural Mobility, Balance and Functional Disability in Lumbar Radiculopathy
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
20 Years - 40 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
52
Start Date
2026-06-20
Completion Date
2026-09-20
Last Updated
2026-07-24
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Mulligan Bent Leg Raise (MBLR)
Patient Position - Supine at edge of plinth * Affected hip and knee flexed to 90° * Hand of affected side under head and neck Therapist Position - Stands in walk stance, lateral to affected limb Therapist Hand Placement - Inner shoulder under popliteal fossa * Both hands grasp lower thigh Mobilization Procedure - Apply longitudinal traction along femur * Flex hip toward same side shoulder until first resistance * Patient performs isometric hold (5 sec) * On relaxation, increase hip flexion if pain free * Hold new position \~20 sec * Repeat 3 times if tolerated Precautions - Maintain knee flexion * No need to stabilize opposite leg
Spinal Mobilization With Leg Movement (SMWLM)
Patient Position - Side-lying on unaffected side near edge * Affected leg on top, supported by assistant * Hip abducted \~10°, extended; knee flexed \~45° Therapist Position - Primary therapist behind pelvis * Assistant supports upper leg during movement Therapist Hand Placement - Supported thumb on spinous process of affected vertebra * Gentle transverse pressure maintained throughout movement Mobilization Procedure - Assistant helps patient actively lift leg (SLR) * Movement within pain free range * If symptoms appear, hold for \~3 sec then return * Start with 3 reps; increase to 6 with light overpressure as tolerated Precautions - Stay within non painful range * Maintain steady, controlled transverse pressure * Avoid excessive force, especially early on
Locations (1)
Femwell Physiocare Woman Rehab clinic
Lahore, Punjab Province, Pakistan