Balance training for sciatica from a herniated disc
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether special balance and movement exercises (called sensorimotor training) can reduce leg pain and improve walking in people with sciatica caused by a herniated disc. It compares this training to usual care, aiming to help you move more comfortably.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 55 years old.
- An MRI has confirmed a herniated disc in your lower back (at the L4-L5 or L5-S1 level).
- You have pain radiating down the back of your leg (sciatica) that has lasted more than 3 months.
- You have a desk/office job.
- You have moderate balance problems but can still walk alone or with minimal help.
- Your weight is in the normal to overweight range (BMI 18.5–29.9).
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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