Stretching technique for chronic low back pain relief
Treatments studied
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests a physical therapy stretching method called PNF on the hip and hamstring muscles to see if it reduces chronic low back pain. It may help if you have had non-specific low back pain for over 3 months with tightness in your hips or legs.
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Who can take part
- You have had low back pain for more than 3 months, with pain level between 3 and 7 out of 10.
- You have tightness in your hip flexors (front of hip) or hamstrings (back of thigh) that limits your movement.
- You have not had any surgery on your back, abdomen, or hip.
- You do not have any fractures in your spine or hip.
- You are not pregnant, and do not have a urinary tract infection, kidney issues, or other serious health problems causing your pain.
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