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Can mirror exercises beat standard physio for sciatica?

NCT ID NCT07558993

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Sharjah Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares a specialized posture-correction exercise program (Mirror Image Spine Correction) with standard physiotherapy for adults with sciatica. Over 12 weeks, 64 participants will receive supervised sessions three times per week. The main goal is to see if the new exercises improve nerve health measured by MRI, along with pain and disability. The trial is not yet recruiting.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Mirror Image Spine Correction Exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a more effective exercise-based treatment for sciatica that targets posture and nerve health.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 64 participants, and it uses an imaging measure rather than a proven clinical outcome. The exercises may not outperform standard physiotherapy.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 64 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Expected to start

Sep 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Sep 2027

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Adults aged 18 years or older. Clinical diagnosis of unilateral lumbar radiculopathy. Presence of at least two of the following: dermatomal radiating leg pain, neurological deficit, positive neural tension test. MRI-confirmed lumbar nerve root compression or irritation consistent with symptoms. Pain intensity of 3/10 or greater. Able to undergo MRI and Diffusion Tensor Imaging (DTI). Able to understand study procedures and provide written informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Previous lumbar spine surgery. Bilateral radiculopathy or unclear diagnosis. Tumor, infection, fracture, inflammatory spinal disease, or cauda equina syndrome. Severe progressive neurological deficit requiring urgent treatment. Contraindications to MRI (pacemaker, incompatible implants, severe claustrophobia). Recent lumbar injections or surgery. Other neurological or musculoskeletal disorders affecting outcomes. Pregnancy if MRI contraindicated by local policy. Cognitive impairment or inability to follow instructions.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Low Back Pain lumbar disk degenerative disorder lumbar disk disease radiculopathy sciatica

As listed by the trial registrant

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Disc disease lumbar Radiculopathy Radiculopathy lumbar Sciatica

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Al Qassimi Hospital

    Sharjah city, Emirate of Sharjah, United Arab Emirates

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