McKenzie vs manual therapy for low back pain
Treatments studied
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two physical therapy methods to see which works better for low back pain that has lasted more than 4 weeks. It could help you find a more effective treatment without surgery or strong medication.
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Who can take part
- You have had low back pain for more than 1 month
- You are willing to try one of two therapy approaches
- You have not had back surgery before
- You do not have a spinal injury, tumor, or infection
- You are not pregnant
- You do not have severe osteoporosis or a spinal deformity
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Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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