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Physical Activity and Exercise for Disability and Improving Mental Health in Elderly With Chronic Low Back Pain

RecruitingNAAges 55 Years - 70 YearsAllAl-Azhar University
NCT07178561 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study evaluated the effects of a combined physical activity and structured exercise program on disability and mental health in elderly individuals suffering from chronic low back pain. Chronic low back pain is highly prevalent among older adults and is often associated not only with functional limitations and disability but also with psychological issues such as anxiety, depression, and poor sleep quality. Addressing both physical and mental health aspects is essential to improve overall well-being and quality of life in this population. Participants in the study will be randomly assigned to one of three groups. The Exercise + Physical Activity Program Group received a structured exercise regimen specifically designed to improve core strength, flexibility, balance, and overall mobility. In addition to the exercise sessions, participants were provided with a tailored physical activi

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age: 60 years or older. 2. Chronic Low Back Pain: History of low back pain lasting ≥12 weeks Poor sleep quality, defined as a Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) score \>5. 3. Mild to moderate symptoms of anxiety or depression, defined as a Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS) score \>7. 4. Ability to walk independently or with minimal assistance, allowing participation in treadmill or cycling exercises. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Severe Mental Health Issues: Severe anxiety or depression (HADS score \>15) or any other major psychiatric disorder. 2. Acute or Unstable Medical Conditions: Including recent cardiovascular events (e.g., myocardial infarction, unstable angina), uncontrolled hypertension, or severe respiratory disease. 3. Severe Musculoskeletal Disorders: Conditions that prevent safe participation in exercise, such as recent fractures, severe osteoporosis with risk of fracture, or advanced spinal pathology. 4. Neurological Disorders: Significant neurological impairments affecting balance or mobility (e.g., stroke, Parkinson's disease, severe peripheral neuropathy). 5. Recent Spine Surgery: Lumbar or spinal surgery within the past 6 months. 6. Cognitive Impairment: Inability to understand instructions or provide informed consent. 7. Participation in structured exercise programs in the past 3 months that could confound results.
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What it tests

  • Exercises for lower back
  • Exercises and Physical Activity Program
  • Advices
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Where

1 site
Naser Medical Complex _ Al shifa
Gaza, Palestinian Territories
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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