Acupressure vs. kinesio tape for low back pain from IUD use
Treatments studied
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two non-drug treatments—acupressure and kinesio tape—to help women with low back pain caused by an intrauterine device (IUD). It aims to find which method works better for easing pain.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman who has low back pain from using an IUD
- Your pain level is at least 4 out of 10 on a pain scale
- You are between 25 and 30 years old
- Your BMI is under 30
- You started having low back pain within the past year after getting the IUD
- You are not currently pregnant and have no active infections or skin problems
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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