Reliability of diaphragmatic mobility assessment using a real time ultrasound among non-specific low back pain

Authors: Mohan, V., Hashim, U.F., Md Dom, S., Sitilerpisan, P. and Paungmali, A.

Journal: Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science

Volume: 16

Issue: 3

Pages: 443-447

eISSN: 2076-0299

ISSN: 2223-4721

DOI: 10.3329/bjms.v16i3.32871

Abstract:

Background and Objective: Ultrasound measurement of Diaphragmatic Mobility (DM) has been shown to be a reliable measurement tool among healthy subjects. However, the measures of reliability are needed prior to clinical use of this device among Non-Specific Low Back Pain (NS-LBP). Therefore, the aim of the study was to investigate the relative and absolute reliability of DM using Real Time Ultrasound (RTUS) among subjects with NS-LBP. Materials and Methods: Nine subjects with NS-LBP (23.33 ± 1.58) years old were recruited. A qualified examiner performed measurement of DM using RTUS by placing transducer on the right subcostal region in semi-fowler’s position with 30 degree elevation of the trunk. The test-retest measures were re-assessed with 24 hour interval between sessions. Results: There was no systematic errors between the test-retest measures (p>0.05). Intra rater reliability showed ICC value of 0.92, which indicates an excellent reliability. The SEMs of the measurement was 2.56 mm and the MDC of 7.09mm. Conclusion:The RTUS for assessing DM provides an excellent intra-rater reliability which may be used as an assessment technique for clinical evaluation of DM in adults with NS-LBP. The SEMs and MDC reported may also allow for accurate interpretation of DM assessments in NS-LBP.

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/34053/

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Reliability of Diaphragmatic Mobility Assessment Using a Real Time Ultrasound Among Non-Specific Low Back Pain

Authors: Mohan, V., Hashim, U.F., Dom, M.S., Sitilerpisan, P. and Paungmali, A.

Journal: BANGLADESH JOURNAL OF MEDICAL SCIENCE

Volume: 16

Issue: 3

Pages: 443-447

eISSN: 2076-0299

ISSN: 2223-4721

DOI: 10.3329/bjms.v16i3.32871

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/34053/

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Reliability of diaphragmatic mobility assessment using a real time ultrasound among non-specific low back pain

Authors: Mohan, V., Hashim, U.F., Md Dom, S., Sitilerpisan, P. and Paungmali, A.

Journal: Bangladesh Journal of Medical Science

Volume: 16

Issue: 3

Pages: 443-447

ISSN: 2223-4721

Abstract:

Background and Objective: Ultrasound measurement of Diaphragmatic Mobility (DM) has been shown to be a reliable measurement tool among healthy subjects. However, the measures of reliability are needed prior to clinical use of this device among Non-Specific Low Back Pain (NS-LBP). Therefore, the aim of the study was to investigate the relative and absolute reliability of DM using Real Time Ultrasound (RTUS) among subjects with NS-LBP. Materials and Methods: Nine subjects with NS-LBP (23.33 ± 1.58) years old were recruited. A qualified examiner performed measurement of DM using RTUS by placing transducer on the right subcostal region in semi-fowler’s position with 30 degree elevation of the trunk. The test-retest measures were re-assessed with 24 hour interval between sessions. Results: There was no systematic errors between the test-retest measures (p>0.05). Intra rater reliability showed ICC value of 0.92, which indicates an excellent reliability. The SEMs of the measurement was 2.56 mm and the MDC of 7.09mm. Conclusion:The RTUS for assessing DM provides an excellent intra-rater reliability which may be used as an assessment technique for clinical evaluation of DM in adults with NS-LBP. The SEMs and MDC reported may also allow for accurate interpretation of DM assessments in NS-LBP.

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/34053/

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