Thoracic DiscopathyNCT07749248
Physiotherapy in Thoracic Discopathy
A study testing Traditional Physiotherapy and Breathing Exercise in people with Thoracic Discopathy and Back Pain, run by Medipol University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Background and Objective: Information regarding the effects of physiotherapy on quality of life and alterations in pulmonary function tests among patients with thoracic discopathy is notably limited in the literature. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 25 to 68 years
- Conditions the study is for
- Thoracic Discopathy, Back Pain, Respiratory Dysfunction
- What is being tested?
- Traditional Physiotherapy and Breathing Exercise
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 40 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 20 Nov 2020to 20 Mar 2021
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- None posted in the registry
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 25 to 68 years
- All sexes
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Clinical diagnosis of thoracic discopathy
- Planned to receive physiotherapy as part of their treatment
Who cannot join
- Participants with pre-existing respiratory system abnormalities
- Participants with a disease affecting the rib cage
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Istanbul Medipol University Pendik Hospital
Istanbul
About this study
Official title: The Impact of Physiotherapy on Pulmonary Function Tests and Psychosocial Well-Being in Patients With Thoracic Discopathy : A Randomized Controlled Trial
Background and Objective:
Information regarding the effects of physiotherapy on quality of life and alterations in pulmonary function tests among patients with thoracic discopathy is notably limited in the literature. This study aims to compare the effects of the classical physiotherapy approach and the addition of breathing exercises to classical physiotherapy on quality of life and respiratory function tests in patients with thoracic discopathy.
Read more
Study Design and Methods:
This controlled and randomized study includes 40 patients diagnosed with thoracic discopathy. Participants are divided into two groups. The first group undergoes 15 sessions of classical physiotherapy consisting of ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises. The second group receives the same classical physiotherapy program with the addition of respiratory exercises. The patients' disability, psychosocial well-being, and pulmonary function are assessed using standardized scales and questionnaires at baseline (pre-treatment) and after the 15-session intervention (post-treatment).
- Conditions
- Thoracic Discopathy, Back Pain, Respiratory Dysfunction
- Being tested
- Traditional Physiotherapy, Breathing Exercise
- Keywords
- Physiotherapy, Breathing Exercises, Pulmonary Function Tests, Psychosocial Well-Being, Quality of Life
- Medical subject headings
- Back Pain, Dyspnea
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Traditional PhysiotherapyOther
Application of 15 sessions of ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises.
Breathing ExerciseOther
Implementation of a respiratory exercise program.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Only Physiotherapy | Active comparator | Patients in this group underwent 15 sessions of traditional physiotherapy consisting of ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises. Receives: Other: Traditional Physiotherapy |
| Physiotherapy and Breathing Exercise | Experimental | Patients in this group participated in a breathing exercise program in addition to undergoing the same 15 sessions of traditional physiotherapy procedures (ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises). Receives: Other: Traditional Physiotherapy; Other: Breathing Exercise |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Change in Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1)
FEV1 measures the volume of air forcefully exhaled in the first second of a forced exhalation, assessed via spirometry. The unit of measure is Liters (L). A higher value indicates better pulmonary function.
Measured: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.
Change in 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) Physical Functioning Score
The SF-36 questionnaire assesses health-related quality of life. The physical functioning subscale evaluates limitations in performing physical activities. The score ranges from 0 to 100. Higher scores represent better physical functioning and a higher quality of life.
Measured: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program
Change in Resting Pain Intensity assessed by Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Pain intensity at rest is evaluated using a visual analog scale. The scale ranges from 0 to 10, where 0 represents "no pain" and 10 represents the "worst imaginable pain". A lower score indicates a reduction in pain intensity and clinical improvement.
Measured: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.
Change in FEV1/FVC Ratio Percentage
The ratio of Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1) to Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), expressed as a percentage (%). This is measured via spirometry to assess airflow limitation. A higher percentage generally indicates better respiratory capacity.
Measured: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted6 Aug 2026
- Study start20 Nov 2020
- Primary completion18 Feb 2021
- Study completion20 Mar 2021
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Thoracic DiscopathyStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- A total of 40 eligible patients with thoracic discopathy were randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to one of two parallel groups: one group received traditional physiotherapy alone, and the other group received traditional physiotherapy combined with a respiratory exercise program
- Masking
- Single blind
- Who is masked
- Outcomes assessor
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (actual)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Medipol University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, Çağlayan Aslanbaş, Medipol University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07749248
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- MedipolU-51BFBC56XA
- Status last verified
- Aug 2026
- First submitted
- 28 Jul 2026
- Last updated
- 10 Aug 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 10 Aug 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Impact of Physiotherapy on Pulmonary Function Tests and Psychosocial Well-Being in Patients With Thoracic Discopathy : A Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07749248
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- MedipolU-51BFBC56XA
- Conditions
- Thoracic Discopathy, Back Pain, Respiratory Dysfunction
- Keywords
- Physiotherapy, Breathing Exercises, Pulmonary Function Tests, Psychosocial Well-Being, Quality of Life
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Completed
- Enrolment
- 40 participants (actual)
- Lead sponsor
- Medipol UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 20 Nov 2020 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 18 Feb 2021 (actual)
- Study completion
- 20 Mar 2021 (actual)
- First posted
- 6 Aug 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Background and Objective:
Information regarding the effects of physiotherapy on quality of life and alterations in pulmonary function tests among patients with thoracic discopathy is notably limited in the literature. This study aims to compare the effects of the classical physiotherapy approach and the addition of breathing exercises to classical physiotherapy on quality of life and respiratory function tests in patients with thoracic discopathy.
Study Design and Methods:
This controlled and randomized study includes 40 patients diagnosed with thoracic discopathy. Participants are divided into two groups. The first group undergoes 15 sessions of classical physiotherapy consisting of ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises. The second group receives the same classical physiotherapy program with the addition of respiratory exercises. The patients' disability, psychosocial well-being, and pulmonary function are assessed using standardized scales and questionnaires at baseline (pre-treatment) and after the 15-session intervention (post-treatment).
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Treatment
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- Single blind (outcomes assessor)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- A total of 40 eligible patients with thoracic discopathy were randomly assigned in a 1:1 ratio to one of two parallel groups: one group received traditional physiotherapy alone, and the other group received traditional physiotherapy combined with a respiratory exercise program
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Only Physiotherapy | Active comparator | Other: Traditional PhysiotherapyPatients in this group underwent 15 sessions of traditional physiotherapy consisting of ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises. |
| Physiotherapy and Breathing Exercise | Experimental | Other: Traditional Physiotherapy, Other: Breathing ExercisePatients in this group participated in a breathing exercise program in addition to undergoing the same 15 sessions of traditional physiotherapy procedures (ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises). |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 25 to 68 years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Clinical diagnosis of thoracic discopathy
- Planned to receive physiotherapy as part of their treatment
Key exclusion criteria (2 listed)
- Participants with pre-existing respiratory system abnormalities
- Participants with a disease affecting the rib cage
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Traditional PhysiotherapyApplication of 15 sessions of ultrasound, TENS, hot packs, and posture exercises. | Other | Only Physiotherapy, Physiotherapy and Breathing Exercise |
| Breathing ExerciseImplementation of a respiratory exercise program. | Other | Physiotherapy and Breathing Exercise |
Primary outcome
Change in Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1)
Time frame: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.
FEV1 measures the volume of air forcefully exhaled in the first second of a forced exhalation, assessed via spirometry. The unit of measure is Liters (L). A higher value indicates better pulmonary function.
Change in 36-Item Short Form Survey (SF-36) Physical Functioning Score
Time frame: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program
The SF-36 questionnaire assesses health-related quality of life. The physical functioning subscale evaluates limitations in performing physical activities. The score ranges from 0 to 100. Higher scores represent better physical functioning and a higher quality of life.
Change in Resting Pain Intensity assessed by Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Time frame: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.
Pain intensity at rest is evaluated using a visual analog scale. The scale ranges from 0 to 10, where 0 represents "no pain" and 10 represents the "worst imaginable pain". A lower score indicates a reduction in pain intensity and clinical improvement.
Change in FEV1/FVC Ratio Percentage
Time frame: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.
The ratio of Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 second (FEV1) to Forced Vital Capacity (FVC), expressed as a percentage (%). This is measured via spirometry to assess airflow limitation. A higher percentage generally indicates better respiratory capacity.
Results and safety
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 10 Aug 2026.
Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part. This study is not recruiting at the moment.
The record lists no contact. Use the official record to reach the sponsor.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Traditional Physiotherapy and Breathing Exercise in people with Thoracic Discopathy and Back Pain, run by Medipol University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 2 inclusion and 2 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: finished, as of the sponsor's last update on 10 Aug 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
The study is completed, but results are not available in the source record. That does not mean the treatment did or did not work.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Change in Forced Expiratory Volume in 1 Second (FEV1) (time frame: Baseline (before treatment) and immediately after the completion of the 15-session physiotherapy program.). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 10 Aug 2026.