NCT07248514 Effect of Pillates on Children With Backpack Syndrome
| NCT ID | NCT07248514 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Riphah International University |
| Condition | Child, Only |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 140 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-10-27 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-01-25 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 140 participants in total. It began in 2025-10-27 with a primary completion date of 2026-01-25.
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Brief Summary
This randomized clinical trial focuses on a sample of 139 of children diagnosed with backpack syndrome, assessing both subjective pain levels and objective measures of trunk muscle endurance before and after a structured Pilates intervention. The Pilates regimen is designed to strengthen core muscles, improve flexibility, and promote better posture, all of which are critical for mitigating the adverse effects associated with heavy backpack use.Data will be collected from North Star School Allama Iqbal town,Lahore,Standard Grammar School, Allama iqbal town ,Kips School, Allama iqbal town,Ali School System, Allama Iqbal Town Using standardized pain assessment scales(VAS) and endurance tests(Modified Biering-Sørensen Test), the effect of pilates on pain and trunk endurance will concluded and the data will analysed with spss 23
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Children aged 12-16 years. * Being Systemically healthy * Being physically active and participating in ordinary assessments(4) * Children with musculoskeletal backpain * Children with hyper thoracic kyphosis i.e. excessive antero-posterior curvature of the thoracic spine of greater than 40° * Children complaining about low back pain Exclusion Criteria: * Children with a history of severe musculoskeletal conditions (e.g., scoliosis, fractures, or surgery). * Any neurological disorders or developmental conditions affecting motor function * Children with cardiological, metabolic or rheumatic illness * Children with no complaints of low back pain and postural instability.
Contact & Investigator
Muhammad Farooqi, MS-PT
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Riphah International University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07248514 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 12 Years or older, up to 16 Years, studying Child, Only. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07248514 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07248514 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at imran.amjad@riphah.edu.pk for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07248514 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Lahore, Pakistan.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07248514 clinical trial?
NCT07248514 is sponsored by Riphah International University. The principal investigator is Muhammad Farooqi, MS-PT at Riphah International University. The trial plans to enroll 140 participants.