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How Osteopathic Treatment Affects the Leg and Foot in People With Low Back Pain

NCT07193212 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 20

Last updated 2026-05-14

No results posted yet for this study

Summary

This pilot study will examine whether osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) can improve both physical and psychological aspects of chronic low back pain by focusing on the interconnected myofascial system of the back, legs, and feet. Twenty adults with chronic low back pain will receive four OMT sessions over 5-7 weeks. Before and after treatment, the investigators will measure muscle stiffness with ultrasound, plantar pressure during walking with a pressure plate, and patient-reported outcomes on pain, disability, sleep quality, stress, anxiety, depression, pain catastrophizing, and pain self-efficacy using surveys. By linking these objective and subjective measures, the study aims to provide early evidence of how OMT may influence musculoskeletal function, daily activity, and overall well-being, helping to guide future larger studies on treatment strategies for low back pain

Conditions

  • Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP)

Interventions

OTHER

Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment

Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a hands-on approach where a trained physician uses techniques such as gentle pressure, stretching, and guided movements to improve mobility, reduce pain, and support the body's natural healing. It focuses on the interconnectedness of muscles, joints, and fascia to restore balance and function.

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • Edward Via Virginia College of Osteopathic Medicine

    lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

  • Daniel Cawley, DC, MS, MSHS · VCOM

Study Design

Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Model
SINGLE_GROUP

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Max Age
65 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-11-05
Primary Completion
2026-09-30
Completion
2026-12-31

Countries

  • United States

Study Locations

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