Effects of Whole-Body Vibraton and Pilates on Pain, Dynamic Balance, and Functional Performance in Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain
Status: Recruiting
Location: See location...
Intervention Type: Other
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY
Chronic non-specific low back pain (CNSLBP) affects pain, balance, and functional ability. This randomized clinical trial aims to compare the effects of whole-body vibration (WBV) and Pilates, both combined with conventional physiotherapy, on pain, dynamic balance, and functional performance. A total of 68 participants aged 18-40 years will be randomly assigned to either a WBV group or a Pilates group. Both groups will receive treatment three times per week for four weeks. Outcomes will be measured using the Visual Analog Scale (pain), Y-Balance Test (dynamic balance), and Progressive Isoinertial Lifting Evaluation (functional performance). The results will help determine which intervention is more effective for managing CNSLBP and guide evidence-based rehabilitation practices.
Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Maximum Age: 40
Healthy Volunteers: f
View:
• Male and Female (18-40 years age)
• Pain lasting for more than 12 weeks(determined by patient history)
• Pain scores (VAS) ranging from 3 to 8 points
• Pain located between T12 and gluteal folds(determined via palpation)
• Not having attended Pilates for low back pain for atleast 6 months prior to enrollment
Locations
Other Locations
Pakistan
Surraya Azeem waqf hospital
RECRUITING
Lahore
Contact Information
Primary
Dr Mehwish Khalid, MSPT
mehwish.khalid@ubas.edu.pk
03324302282
Backup
Sameera Nadeem, DPT
sameeranadeem7894@gmail.com
03084899169
Time Frame
Start Date:2026-05-01
Estimated Completion Date:2026-09-15
Participants
Target number of participants:68
Treatments
Experimental: Whole Body Vibration
Participants in this group will receive Whole Body Vibration training using a vibration platform. Sessions will be conducted 3 times per week for 4 weeks, lasting approximately 20-30 minutes per session. The protocol will include static and dynamic postures designed to activate lower and upper limb musculature, with incorporated upper limb movements and a 2:1 work-rest ratio
Active_comparator: Pilates
participants in this group will receive a supervised mat-based Pilates program conducted by a trained physiotherapist. The intervention will be carried out 3 times per week for 4 weeks, with each session lasting approximately 30 minutes. Exercises will focus on core stability, postural alignment, controlled breathing, and upper limb engagement, performed using an intermittent 2:1 work-rest ratio.