title: The effects of self-mobilization techniques for the sciatic nerves on physical functions and health of low back pain patients with lower limb radiating pain.
abstract: [Purpose] This study aimed to examine the effects of self-mobilization techniques for the sciatic nerves on the quality of life in patients with chronic low back pain in the lower limbs accompanied by radiating pain. [Subjects and Methods] The subjects were divided into two groups: a group receiving of lumbar segmental stabilization exercise training including sciatic nerve mobilization techniques, which included 8 males and 7 females, and a group receiving lumbar segmental stabilization exercise training, which included 8 males and 7 females. [Results] There were statistically significant differences in comparison of measurement results between the groups before and after the intervention. [Conclusion] Application of mobilization techniques for the sciatic nerves may promote healing of the soft tissues by stimulating the functions of the nervous system to improve nervous system adaptability and decrease sensitivity, helping to alleviate the symptoms.
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, College of Rehabilitation Science, Daegu University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Ui-Cheol
authors.initials: UC
authors.lastname: Jeong
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, Ulsan College, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Cheol-Yong
authors.initials: CY
authors.lastname: Kim
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, Korea National University of Transportation, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Young-Han
authors.initials: YH
authors.lastname: Park
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, College of Rehabilitation Science, Daegu University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Gak
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Hwang-Bo
authors.affiliation: Department of Physical Therapy, College of Rehabilitation Science, Daegu University, Republic of Korea.
authors.forename: Chan-Woo
authors.initials: CW
authors.lastname: Nam
keywords: Low back pain; Sciatic nerves; Self-mobilization