Expressive Art Therapy for Elder Adults With Chronic Low Back Pain
NCT ID: NCT07141082
Last Updated: 2025-09-08
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Basic Information
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RECRUITING
NA
30 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2025-08-02
2027-12-01
Brief Summary
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A mixed-methods approach will be employed, including a quantitative questionnaire and qualitative semi-structured focus group discussions. The questionnaire will examine physical, functional, and psychological changes potentially influenced by art therapy, while the focus groups will provide in-depth insights into participants' experiences and perceptions of the combined intervention.
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Detailed Description
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The primary goal is to assess participant recruitment, retention, and adherence to intervention. The investigators will also identify any logistical challenges that may arise during the process. To gather preliminary data on the intervention's effectiveness, the investigators will measure changes in pain intensity, functional ability, psychological flexibility, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL).
In addition to quantitative measures, the investigators will conduct qualitative interviews and focus groups to gain deeper insights into the participants' experiences. This will help to identify factors that facilitate or hinder their engagement with the program.
By incorporating expressive art therapy-an approach that encourages emotional expression and coping strategies-this study aims to provide a holistic method for managing pain. The ultimate goal is to enhance the quality of life for older adults affected by CLBP. If successful, this pilot RCT will offer valuable insights that could inform a larger, definitive RCT, paving the way for innovative, interdisciplinary strategies in chronic pain management and improving health outcomes in the community.
Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
TREATMENT
DOUBLE
Study Groups
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Experimental: Expressive art therapy
One hour of expressive art therapy followed by exercise session.
Exercise
each one-hour session in the exercise control group will involve progressive back and general reconditioning exercises, along with back care education to support self-management of LBP.
Control Group: Exercise
The control group will be a one-hour session that includes progressive back strengthening and general reconditioning exercises, complemented by education on back care to support self-management of low back pain.
Art therapy combined with Exercise
The intervention program consists of one hour of expressive art intervention followed by one hour of exercise training. Art therapy sessions will be conducted in small groups of eight participants, facilitated by a part-time registered expressive art therapist. Each session begins with a 5-minute introduction and check-in, welcoming participants and encouraging them to share their current status. This is followed by a 10-minute mindfulness exercise designed to center participants and promote relaxation, preparing them for the creative activities ahead. The core of each session features a 20-minute art-making process focused on specific themes that guide participants in exploring their pain and personal narratives.
Interventions
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Art therapy combined with Exercise
The intervention program consists of one hour of expressive art intervention followed by one hour of exercise training. Art therapy sessions will be conducted in small groups of eight participants, facilitated by a part-time registered expressive art therapist. Each session begins with a 5-minute introduction and check-in, welcoming participants and encouraging them to share their current status. This is followed by a 10-minute mindfulness exercise designed to center participants and promote relaxation, preparing them for the creative activities ahead. The core of each session features a 20-minute art-making process focused on specific themes that guide participants in exploring their pain and personal narratives.
Exercise
each one-hour session in the exercise control group will involve progressive back and general reconditioning exercises, along with back care education to support self-management of LBP.
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* currently experiencing non-specific low back pain for at least three months
* who have sought medical treatment for CLBP
* can read and write in Traditional Chinese
* MoCA-5 of 18 or above
Exclusion Criteria
* lumbar spinal stenosis
* confirmed dementia
* severe cognitive impairment
* serious major medical or psychiatric disorders
* currently receiving physiotherapy, cognitive therapy, or psychological treatments
60 Years
ALL
No
Sponsors
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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Prof. Fadi AL ZOUBI
Assistant Professor
Locations
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Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Kong, , Hong Kong
Countries
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Central Contacts
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Facility Contacts
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Fadi MQ Al Zoubi, PhD
Role: backup
Other Identifiers
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1-WZBS
Identifier Type: OTHER_GRANT
Identifier Source: secondary_id
HSEARS20250416004-01
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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