Effect of Combined Therapy in the Management of Low Back Pain for Wellness Among Patients Attending Hospitals in Kano Metropolis

Abstract

This study investigated the effect of combined therapy (NSAIDS and aerobic exercise) in the management of low back pain among patients attending National Orthopedic Hospital Dala and Murtala Muhammed General Hospital Kano. A total of 20 patients with primary low back pain participated in this study. The subjects were selected through multi stage methods and were randomly assigned into two groups. Pretest-posttest randomised group design was used. Visual analogue scale and Roland-Morris Disability Questionnaire were used. The NSAID group received non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs according to prescribed dosage while the combined therapy group received both aerobic exercise and NSAID for six weeks. The findings revealed that combined therapy had greater treatment effect on the management of low back pain by effecting greater reduction in pain and improved ability of the participants. It is recommended that health care providers prescribe combined therapy in management of low-back pain for wellness and improved performance.