Effect of two suspension training programs on pain and musculoskeletal function in chronic low back pain: study protocol

• Published in: Pain management (London) 2023-05, Vol.13 (5), p.271-282
• Main Authors: Fuckner Leonel, Francielle Joyce, Paula, Lauana de, Raab Ferreira, Gustavo Cezar, dos Reis do Nascimento, Dariel Matheus, Gnoato Zotz, Talita Gianello, de Melo, Julia Milena, Brandt de Macedo, Ana Carolina
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Subjects: clinical trial protocol; exercise; low back pain; physical therapy modalities; therapy
• ISSN: 1758-1869; 1758-1877
• DOI: 10.2217/pmt-2022-0079

The aim of this study is to compare the effects of two suspension training (ST) protocols on pain and musculoskeletal function in women with chronic low back pain (CLBP). The study will be randomized, controlled, blinded clinical trial. Women aged 18–60 years who present CLBP will be selected. They will be randomized into three groups: STG1, which will carry out the program with difficulty progression in the exercises; STG2, in which the progression will be made by increasing the number of sets; and control group. STG1 and STG2 will perform the training two-times a week for 60 min for 12 weeks. It is expected that ST will effectively reduce pain and improve functionality in CLBP and that the best protocol will be verified. : RBR-10rv3fqt Low back pain is one of the most common symptoms encountered in everyday life. One of the indicated treatments is the practice of exercises; among them, we can mention the training that uses suspended tapes, called suspension training. The aim of this study is to compare the effects of two suspension training protocols on individuals with chronic low back pain. Methodology: women aged 18 to 60 years with low back pain for more than 12 weeks will be selected. Pre- and post-treatment pain level, trunk and leg motion range and flexibility, functional capacity, biopsychosocial factors, fears and beliefs, pain catastrophizing scale, trunk and leg muscle strength and endurance, depression and anxiety, self-perception and treatment satisfaction will be assessed. The training will take place twice a week, for 60 min, for 3 months. It is expected to verify pain reduction and functionality improvement in both groups and evaluate the best training protocol.