Comparing two back traction positions for herniated disc pain
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of stretching the lower back using a special table (traction) to relieve sciatica from a herniated disc. The goal is to find which position works best based on your specific symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have a herniated disc in your lower back that causes pain, numbness, or tingling down your leg.
- Your symptoms started within the last 12 weeks.
- A simple leg raise test causes your leg pain or tingling to increase.
- You do not have a spinal condition called spondylolisthesis (when a vertebra slips forward).
- You have not had prior spinal surgery.
- You do not have 'red flags' like cauda equina syndrome, cancer, or other serious spinal conditions.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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