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2024-10-26 @ 3:37 PM
Last Modification Date:
2024-10-26 @ 3:37 PM
Study NCT ID:
NCT06540053
Status:
RECRUITING
Last Update Posted:
None
First Post:
2024-08-01
Brief Title:
The Effect of Hamstring Stretching on Lumbar Muscle Activation in Officers
Sponsor:
None
Organization:
None
Study Overview
Official Title:
The Effect of Active Static Hamstring Stretching Exercises on Lumbar Muscle Activation in Office Workers
Status:
RECRUITING
Status Verified Date:
2024-08
Last Known Status:
None
Delayed Posting:
No
If Stopped, Why?:
Not Stopped
Has Expanded Access:
No
If Expanded Access, NCT#:
N/A
Has Expanded Access, NCT# Status:
N/A
Acronym:
None
Brief Summary:
Prolonged periods of desk work and static postures in office workers lead to various musculoskeletal issues in both the lower and upper extremities One such issue is hamstring muscle tightness observed in individuals Tight hamstring muscles contribute to increased electromyographic muscle activity in the lumbar region altered lumbopelvic rhythm and changes in lumbar stabilization leading to low back pain The viscoelastic properties of the hamstring muscles play a crucial role in maintaining posture and stabilizing the lumbar region Insufficient hamstring flexibility or viscoelastic properties can alter pelvic position and result in excessive stress in the lumbar region thereby increasing the risk of low back pain
It is anticipated that the activation stabilization and viscoelasticity of the muscles in the lumbar region will change through static active hamstring stretching exercises which aim to restore the length-tension relationship in the hamstring muscles This study aims to investigate the effect of active static hamstring stretching exercises on lumbar muscle activation stabilization and viscoelasticity in office workers
It is anticipated that the activation stabilization and viscoelasticity of the muscles in the lumbar region will change through static active hamstring stretching exercises which aim to restore the length-tension relationship in the hamstring muscles This study aims to investigate the effect of active static hamstring stretching exercises on lumbar muscle activation stabilization and viscoelasticity in office workers
Detailed Description:
Most office workers spend long hours working at a computer leading to prolonged periods of sitting As a result low back pain is frequently observed among office workers due to extended sitting durations Issues arising in the lumbar region significantly reduce individuals quality of life and are the second leading cause of work absenteeism thus increasing treatment costs
The movement of the spine occurs through the coordinated functioning of muscles and nerves While agonist muscles initiate and maintain movement antagonist muscles control and modulate it Healthy spinal movements are ensured by the optimal functioning of these muscles To achieve this individuals are provided with ergonomic training core strengthening exercises and stretching exercises
The hamstring muscle contributes to the stabilization of the hip and pelvis joints thereby aiding in the stabilization of the lumbar spine The relationship between the viscoelastic properties of the hamstring muscle and the lumbar region encompasses a wide range of issues including low back pain postural disorders and pelvic stability Studies have reported that a minimum of 5-7 hours of sitting leads to hamstring muscle tightness Hamstring tightness not only reduces the range of motion but also leads to various musculoskeletal problems The tightness in the hamstring muscles can affect pelvic mobility and lumbopelvic rhythm Additionally research has shown a positive relationship between hamstring tightness and the severity of low back pain Tight hamstring muscles can increase the tension in the muscles and ligaments of the lumbar region resulting in significantly higher compression loads on the lumbar spine Other postural changes associated with hamstring tightness may indirectly affect sacroiliac joint stability Therefore the flexibility of the hamstring muscles is extremely important for overall health and optimal physical fitness
Participants will be divided into two groups control and experimental Participants will be randomized stratified by gender and a total of 50 individuals are planned to participate in the study The study will last a total of 6 weeks At the beginning of the study both groups will receive briefings The control group will receive training on spinal protection principles within the office Additionally participants in this group will receive short text messages on their phones containing information on maintaining proper posture throughout the day sent on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays for 6 weeks
The experimental group in addition to the spinal protection principles training will perform active static hamstring stretching exercises in the office environment consisting of 10 repetitions of 30-40 seconds of stretching and 30 seconds of rest for a total of 10 minutes per session 5 days a week Participants in the experimental group will be supervised during the stretching exercises
To ensure participants eligibility according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form will be administered The primary outcome measures of the study are electromyographic muscle activity stabilization and viscoelastic properties the secondary outcome measures are myoton sit-and-reach test and photographic posture analysis Assessments will be conducted on a single day and will be performed twice at the beginning and at the end of the study by the same researcher who is blinded to the treatment method
The movement of the spine occurs through the coordinated functioning of muscles and nerves While agonist muscles initiate and maintain movement antagonist muscles control and modulate it Healthy spinal movements are ensured by the optimal functioning of these muscles To achieve this individuals are provided with ergonomic training core strengthening exercises and stretching exercises
The hamstring muscle contributes to the stabilization of the hip and pelvis joints thereby aiding in the stabilization of the lumbar spine The relationship between the viscoelastic properties of the hamstring muscle and the lumbar region encompasses a wide range of issues including low back pain postural disorders and pelvic stability Studies have reported that a minimum of 5-7 hours of sitting leads to hamstring muscle tightness Hamstring tightness not only reduces the range of motion but also leads to various musculoskeletal problems The tightness in the hamstring muscles can affect pelvic mobility and lumbopelvic rhythm Additionally research has shown a positive relationship between hamstring tightness and the severity of low back pain Tight hamstring muscles can increase the tension in the muscles and ligaments of the lumbar region resulting in significantly higher compression loads on the lumbar spine Other postural changes associated with hamstring tightness may indirectly affect sacroiliac joint stability Therefore the flexibility of the hamstring muscles is extremely important for overall health and optimal physical fitness
Participants will be divided into two groups control and experimental Participants will be randomized stratified by gender and a total of 50 individuals are planned to participate in the study The study will last a total of 6 weeks At the beginning of the study both groups will receive briefings The control group will receive training on spinal protection principles within the office Additionally participants in this group will receive short text messages on their phones containing information on maintaining proper posture throughout the day sent on Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays for 6 weeks
The experimental group in addition to the spinal protection principles training will perform active static hamstring stretching exercises in the office environment consisting of 10 repetitions of 30-40 seconds of stretching and 30 seconds of rest for a total of 10 minutes per session 5 days a week Participants in the experimental group will be supervised during the stretching exercises
To ensure participants eligibility according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria the International Physical Activity Questionnaire-Short Form will be administered The primary outcome measures of the study are electromyographic muscle activity stabilization and viscoelastic properties the secondary outcome measures are myoton sit-and-reach test and photographic posture analysis Assessments will be conducted on a single day and will be performed twice at the beginning and at the end of the study by the same researcher who is blinded to the treatment method
Study Oversight
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