Mirror Image Spine Correction Exercises Versus Conservative Physiotherapy for Lumbar Radiculopathy
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Conditions studied: Radiculopathy, Radiculopathy Lumbar, Sciatica, Disc Disease Lumbar
In brief
Lumbar radiculopathy is a common condition caused by irritation or compression of a lumbar nerve root, often resulting in radiating leg pain, numbness, weakness, and functional limitation. Conservative physiotherapy is commonly used as first-line treatment, but outcomes vary among patients. This randomized controlled trial will compare Mirror Image Spine Correction Exercises with standardized conservative physiotherapy in adults with lumbar radiculopathy. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups for 12 weeks. The primary outcome is lumbar nerve root microstructural integrity measured using Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI), including Fractional Anisotropy and other diffusion parameters. Secondary outcomes include pain intensity, disability, spinal alignment, and adverse events. The purpose of this study is to determine whether a targeted posture-correction exercise approach provides greater improvement than conventional physiotherapy.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT07558993
- Run by
- University of Sharjah
- People needed
- 64
- Starts
- 2026-09-01
- Expected to finish
- 2027-09-30
- Last updated by the study team
- 2026-04-30
Who can join
Age: 18 and older. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Adults aged 18 years or older. Clinical diagnosis of unilateral lumbar radiculopathy. Presence of at least two of the following: dermatomal radiating leg pain, neurological deficit, positive neural tension test.
- MRI-confirmed lumbar nerve root compression or irritation consistent with symptoms.
- Pain intensity of 3/10 or greater. Able to undergo MRI and Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI). Able to understand study procedures and provide written informed consent.
You may not qualify if…
- Previous lumbar spine surgery. Bilateral radiculopathy or unclear diagnosis. Tumor, infection, fracture, inflammatory spinal disease, or cauda equina syndrome.
- Severe progressive neurological deficit requiring urgent treatment. Contraindications to MRI (pacemaker, incompatible implants, severe claustrophobia).
- Recent lumbar injections or surgery. Other neurological or musculoskeletal disorders affecting outcomes. Pregnancy if MRI contraindicated by local policy. Cognitive impairment or inability to follow instructions.
Where it is running
- Al Qassimi Hospital — Sharjah city, Emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
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