| Objective: To explore the effectiveness of nerve mobilization combined with traditional massage for lumbar intervertebral disc herniation. Methods: 54 patients with lumbar intervertebral disc herniation were randomly divided into two groups. Both groups received massage, and observation group received treatment of nerve mobilization additionally. Visual analogue scale (VAS), straight leg raise test (SLR) and Japanese orthopaedic association score (JOA) were used to evaluate the clinical outcome. Results: After treatment for 4 weeks, the scores of VAS in both groups were reduced, and those in observation group were reduced more significantly (P<0.01). SLR and JOA scores in the two groups were significantly increased, and those in observation group were significantly higher than in control group (P<0.05). Conclusion: Both therapies were effective in alleviating pain and improving function, and the combined use of nerve mobilization and massage exerts the synergic effectiveness. |
