Efficacy of Virtual Reality-based Training in Patients With Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain

January 9, 2026 updated by: Hosam Magdy Metwally, October 6 University

Effect of Virtual Reality-based Training on Postural Stability in Patients With Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain

Low back pain is one of the most prevalent pain conditions worldwide. Virtual reality-based training has been explored as a new treatment strategy for low back pain. Present evidence indicates that the effectiveness of virtual reality-based training for people with chronic low back pain is inconclusive.

All patients will be recruited from the faculty of physical therapy at the October 6 University All the assessment measurements will be done at the Faculty of Physical Therapy, October 6 University

Study Overview

Status

Active, not recruiting

Conditions

Intervention / Treatment

Study Type

Interventional

Enrollment (Actual)

32

Phase

  • Not Applicable

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Locations

  • Jordan
      • Amman, Jordan, 11118
        • Al-Ahliyya Amman University

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

  • Adult

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  1. All patients will suffer from mechanical low back pain
  2. Age will range from 30 to 40 years 3 - All patients will have a BMI range of 25-29

Exclusion Criteria:

  1. History of radicular pain
  2. Lumbar discs prolapse.
  3. Visual problems
  4. History of previous lumbar surgery
  5. BMI more than 29

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

  • Primary Purpose: Treatment
  • Allocation: Randomized
  • Interventional Model: Factorial Assignment
  • Masking: None (Open Label)

Arms and Interventions

Participant Group / Arm
Intervention / Treatment
Other: virtual reality-based training
Group A receives virtual reality-based training and assessment using the Biodex Balance System and the forward reach test
Device: VR (VR-Control)
uses immersive, computer-generated environments and virtual reality headsets to simulate real-world situations, allowing trainees to practice skills in a safe, interactive, and risk-free setting. This technology offers advantages like cost savings, reduced risk in hazardous situations, better learning retention through hands-on experience, and the ability to repeat scenarios for proficiency.
Other: balance exercises
Group B receives balance exercises and assessment using the Biodex Balance System and the forward reach test
Other: Balance training
Balance exercises that can help with low back pain include single-leg standing, heel-to-toe walking, calf raises, bird-dogs, and bridges, which strengthen the core muscles and improve overall stability. Start by holding onto a sturdy object for support and gradually increase the difficulty by moving to less stable surfaces or closing your eyes.

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Biodex balance system
Time Frame: one week
The Biodex Balance System (BBS) has been used to evaluate postural balance. The BBS is a multiaxial device that objectively measures and records an individual's ability to stabilise the involved joint under dynamic stress. It uses a circular platform that is free to move in the anterior-posterior and medial-lateral axes simultaneously
one week
Forward reach test
Time Frame: one week
The forward reach test is a clinical assessment that measures a person's ability to reach forward while standing in a fixed position to gauge their stability and fall risk. To perform the test, a patient stands next to a wall with their arm raised and fist closed, and they reach as far as possible along a yardstick or meter stick without moving their feet or losing their balance.
one week

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Sponsor

October 6 University

Study record dates

These dates track the progress of study record and summary results submissions to ClinicalTrials.gov. Study records and reported results are reviewed by the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to make sure they meet specific quality control standards before being posted on the public website.

Study Major Dates

Study Start (Actual)

November 15, 2025

Primary Completion (Estimated)

January 20, 2026

Study Completion (Estimated)

February 15, 2026

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

December 23, 2025

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

January 9, 2026

First Posted (Actual)

January 20, 2026

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (Actual)

January 20, 2026

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

January 9, 2026

Last Verified

January 1, 2026

More Information

Terms related to this study

Keywords

Other Study ID Numbers

  • 100099

Plan for Individual participant data (IPD)

Plan to Share Individual Participant Data (IPD)?

NO

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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