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The Effect of Physiotherapy on Respiratory Function and Psychosocial Status in Lumbar Discopathy
Sponsor: Medipol University
Summary
The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of physiotherapy on pulmonary function tests and psychosocial status in patients with lumbar discopathy. Participants undergo a 15-session physiotherapy program. Respiratory function tests and questionnaires, including the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for pain, Short Form-36 (SF-36), and Roland Morris Disability Questionnaire (RMQ), are performed before and after the physiotherapy program to evaluate the outcomes.
Official title: The Effect of Lumbar Discopathy on Respiratory Function Tests and the Role of Physiotherapy on Respiratory Function Tests and Psychosocial Well-Being
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - 79 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
75
Start Date
2020-11-02
Completion Date
2021-05-30
Last Updated
2026-08-27
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Physiotherapy Program
A 15-session physiotherapy program applied to the lumbar region, 5 days a week. The daily protocol consists of Ultrasound (1.5 W/cm2 for 10 minutes), Hotpack (20 minutes), TENS (conventional mode for 20 minutes), and a 10-minute exercise program including core stabilization, posture, and respiratory exercises.
Locations (1)
Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)