Massage Therapy for Healthcare Staff

The piriformis muscle can be a contributing factor to low back pain (LBP) due to its anatomical proximity to the sciatic nerve and sacroiliac joint. When the piriformis becomes tight or irritated, it may compress or irritate the sciatic nerve-a condition often referred to as piriformis syndrome-leading to pain that radiates from the lower back to the buttock and down the leg. The goal of this clinical trial is to examine the effectiveness of massage therapy in counteracting symptoms of low back pain (LBP) among healthcare workers. The main question it aims to answer is: \- Can massage of the piriformis muscle and related musculature effectively reduce symptoms in individuals experiencing LBP linked to myofascial or neuromuscular dysfunction? Massage therapy targeting the piriformis and associated muscles (e.g., gluteus maximus, medius, and deep hip rotators) can help by: * Reducing muscle tension and spasms, * Improving local blood circulation, * Alleviating pressure on the sciatic nerve, * Restoring hip mobility and muscle balance.

NCT Number	NCT07094997
Lead Sponsor	Wroclaw University of Health and Sport Sciences
Conditions	Low Back Pain
Enrollment	60 participants
Start Date	2025-07-31
Primary Completion	2026-03 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-03 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-02-24