Comparison of two therapies for long-term low back pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two hands-on treatments for people with chronic low back pain. One uses special tools to massage tight muscles, while the other uses gentle pressure on muscle knots. Both aim to help you move better and feel less pain.
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Who can take part
- You have had low back pain for more than 3 months with no known cause like a fracture or disease.
- You are between 25 and 45 years old.
- You are not pregnant.
- You have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or less.
- You do not have serious spine problems, nerve damage, or recent leg injuries.
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