NCT07382830 Effectiveness of a Visual Feedback Exercise Program Following Lumbar Surgery
| NCT ID | NCT07382830 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Suleyman Demirel University |
| Condition | Lumbar Microdiscectomy |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 42 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-01-16 |
| Primary Completion | 2028-03-31 |
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 42 participants in total. It began in 2026-01-16 with a primary completion date of 2028-03-31.
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Brief Summary
The aim of this study is to compare the effectiveness of stabilization exercises performed with visual feedback guided by a laser pointer after lumbar microdiscectomy surgery with that of standard stabilization exercises. The study, planned as a randomized controlled trial, will include 42 individuals aged 18-65 who have undergone lumbar microdiscectomy. Participants will be divided into two groups: a control group and a laser-guided exercise group. Both groups will undergo supervised stabilization exercises 3 days a week for 8 weeks, starting from the 6th postoperative week. The outcome measures were defined as pain, disability, back awareness, trunk muscle endurance, reaction time, balance, function, and lumbar proprioception. The findings are expected to demonstrate the effectiveness of visual feedback-assisted stabilization exercises in postoperative rehabilitation and contribute to clinical practice.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * To be between 18 and 65 years of age * Patients who underwent lumbar microdiscectomy surgery * Individuals who are literate in Turkish Exclusion Criteria: * Patients who have previously undergone lumbar disc herniation surgery * The surgical procedure involving fusion has been performed. * Having a body mass index above 30 * Suspected or confirmed tumors in the lumbar spine and spinal canal * Severe heart failure and cerebrovascular accident * The presence of cauda equina syndrome and concomitant diseases of the lumbar spine * The presence of heart conditions, orthopedic contraindications, or systemic diseases that could prevent participation in the exercise program * Refusing to participate in the study
Contact & Investigator
İsmet Tümtürk, MSc
STUDY CHAIR
Süleyman Demirel University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07382830 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Lumbar Microdiscectomy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07382830 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07382830 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at fztismet@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07382830 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Antalya, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07382830 clinical trial?
NCT07382830 is sponsored by Suleyman Demirel University. The principal investigator is İsmet Tümtürk, MSc at Süleyman Demirel University. The trial plans to enroll 42 participants.