Comprehensive Physiotherapy Rehabilitation in a 25-Year-Old Female With Nonspecific Low Back Pain: A Case Report

A prevalent musculoskeletal disorder known as nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) is characterized by lumbar discomfort or pain that lacks a distinct, identifiable etiology. It is the main root of disability in all corners of the globe, affecting individuals across diverse age groups and occupations....

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Published in:Curēus (Palo Alto, CA) CA), 2024-05, Vol.16 (5), p.e60514-e60514
Main Authors: Kaple, Nikita, Phansopkar, Pratik
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Abdomen
Activities of daily living
Back pain
Case reports
Disability
Endurance
Exercise
Females
Muscle pain
Muscle strength
Older people
Orthopedics
Pain management
Patient education
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Physical therapy
Range of motion
Rehabilitation
Therapeutics
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Summary:A prevalent musculoskeletal disorder known as nonspecific low back pain (NSLBP) is characterized by lumbar discomfort or pain that lacks a distinct, identifiable etiology. It is the main root of disability in all corners of the globe, affecting individuals across diverse age groups and occupations. NSLBP is often categorized as a multifactorial condition, encompassing a range of potential contributing factors such as poor posture, sedentary lifestyle, muscle imbalances, and psychosocial elements. According to current standards, there is a good prognosis for acute nonspecific back pain, although this prognosis is mostly reliant on return to function. Various treatment strategies are available, totally reliant upon the underlying cause of the discomfort. This case report presents the combination of traditional therapy and William's flexion exercises in a 25-year-old female nursing student who presented with complaints of low back pain (LBP) for the last three months. This study investigates the effect of William's flexion exercises in nonspecific low back pain to manage pain and range of motion (ROM), and improve the overall quality of life, which was evaluated using the visual analog scale (VAS), modified Schober's test, pressure biofeedback unit, and modified Oswestry disability questionnaire. The patient received an enhanced physiotherapy program that increased the flexibility and range of motion in the lumbar extensor, hip flexor, and hamstring muscles. The outcome measure shows notable gains after the therapeutic interventions.
ISSN:2168-8184
2168-8184
DOI:10.7759/cureus.60514