Pain Reduction and Posture Alignment Improvement in Older Adults with Chronic Low Back Pain: A Novel Approach Using Spinal Thermal Massage Bed and Calf Pneumatic Cell Compression.
Study Goal
The researchers aimed to determine whether combining spinal thermal massage bed (STMB) with intermittent pneumatic calf compression could effectively manage chronic low back pain (CLBP), improve posture, reduce stress, and enhance quality of life in older adults.
Results Summary
The study found significant reductions in pain intensity and stress levels, as well as improvements in trunk and pelvic tilting angles, but no significant changes in disability level or quality of life. Participants reported high satisfaction and no serious side effects.
Population
Older adults aged 65-80 years with chronic low back pain.
Effective Dosage
Eight sessions (2 per week) using the STMB device.
Duration
4 weeks.
Interactions
None mentioned.
| Intervention | Direction | Endpoint | Population | Dosage | Impact | Claim # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
spinal thermal massage bed (STMB) and intermittent pneumatic calf compression | decrease | pain intensity | participants aged 65-80 years with chronic low back pain | p=0.002 (baseline to mid-term), p=0.001 (baseline to post-test) | significant reductions | #1 |
spinal thermal massage bed (STMB) and intermittent pneumatic calf compression | increase | trunk and pelvic tilting angles | participants aged 65-80 years with chronic low back pain | p<0.001 | notable improvements | #2 |
spinal thermal massage bed (STMB) and intermittent pneumatic calf compression | decrease | stress scores | participants aged 65-80 years with chronic low back pain | p=0.037 (baseline to mid-term), p=0.019 (baseline to post-test) | notable improvements | #3 |
spinal thermal massage bed (STMB) and intermittent pneumatic calf compression | no change | disability level | participants aged 65-80 years with chronic low back pain | no significant change | no significant changes | #4 |
spinal thermal massage bed (STMB) and intermittent pneumatic calf compression | no change | quality of life | participants aged 65-80 years with chronic low back pain | no significant change | no significant changes | #5 |
BACKGROUND Chronic low back pain (CLBP) significantly affects the well-being of older adults, leading to diminished quality of life and heightened stress. Existing treatments have limited effectiveness and potential side effects. This study aimed to explore an integrative approach, employing a combination of spinal thermal massage bed (STMB) and intermittent pneumatic calf compression, as an alternative strategy for managing CLBP, improving body posture, reducing stress, and enhancing quality of life. MATERIAL AND METHODS Twenty-three participants aged 65-80 years completed a 4-week intervention involving eight sessions (2 per week) with the STMB device. Outcome measures included pain level assessed by the visual analog scale, trunk and pelvic tilting angles indicating spine curvature, stress level of the autonomic nervous system, Oswestry Disability Index, and EuroQol five-dimensions QoL questionnaire. RESULTS The study revealed significant reductions in pain intensity between baseline and mid-term scores (p=0.002) and between baseline and post-test scores (p=0.001). Moreover, notable improvements were observed in trunk and pelvic tilting angles (p<0.001) and stress scores between baseline and mid-term scores (p=0.037) and between baseline and post-test scores (p=0.019). However, no significant changes were observed in disability level or QoL. Participants expressed high satisfaction with the intervention, and no serious side effects were reported CONCLUSIONS This study provides compelling evidence supporting the safety and efficacy of combining STMB with intermittent pneumatic calf compression in reducing pain intensity and stress levels and improving trunk and pelvic tilting angles. Clinical trial number: KCT0008212.