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IASTM and Vibration Effects on Pain, Functionality, and Kinesiophobia in Lumbar Disc Herniation

RecruitingNAAges 30 Years - 60 YearsAllIstanbul Medipol University Hospital
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

The aim of this study is to investigate the effects of Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization and vibration massage therapy on pain, functionality, and kinesiophobia in individuals with lumbar disc herniation.

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals between 30 and 60 years of age * Individuals diagnosed with lumbar disc herniation at the protrusion level * Individuals with no cognitive, intellectual, or mental impairments and who are able to express themselves * Individuals with a VAS score greater than 5 * Individuals experiencing pain for at least 3 months Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals with a history of lumbar surgery * Individuals who are pregnant * Individuals who have had a spinal tumor or any other malignancy within the past six months * Individuals who have received physiotherapy for low back pain within the last six months * Individuals with orthopedic conditions such as fractures * Individuals diagnosed with neurological, rheumatological, or psychological disorders * Individuals with diagnoses such as infection, spondylosis, spondylolysis, osteoporosis, or ankylosing spondylitis will be excluded from the study.
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What it tests

  • Exercise
  • IASTM
  • Percussion massage therapy
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Where

1 site
Istanbul Medipol University
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
🤝 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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