Stretching for tight hamstrings in low back pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two types of hamstring stretching techniques (passive vs. active-passive) to see which one improves flexibility more in people with chronic low back pain. It may help you if your hamstrings feel tight and your pain has lasted at least 3 months.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have had low back pain for at least 3 months.
- Your hamstrings (the muscles on the back of your thighs) are tight enough to limit your range of motion.
- You do not have nerve pain, major disease, or recent major surgery on your back, hip, or knee.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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