Efficacy of denneroll traction on restoring normal sagittal configuration of lumber spine in chronic mechanical low back pain

Abstract

Change of sagittal configuration is one of the most common causes of chronic low back dysfunction Denneroll is an orthotic device designed to passively stretch lumbar lordosis. This study was conducted to investigate the effect of Denneroll traction on Absolute rotary angle, pain intensity and functional disability in chronic low back pain patients Subjects: 30 patients of Ages ranging from 25 to 40 years from both sexes divided into 2 groups with equal numbers (experimental and control group). Method: both groups received ultrasound, infra-red radiation and stretching exercise additionally the the experimental group received Denneroll traction all of the treatment procedures where conducted 3 time per week for 10 weeks x-ray, visual analogue scale and Oswestry disability index score where taken at two intervals pretreatment and post-treatment. Conclusion: general attraction in combination with ultrasound and infrared radiation and stretching exercises are considered as an effective structural rehabilitation method that correct absolute rotary angle, decrease pain Intensity and improve functional disability inpatient with chronic lower back dysfunction.