Mulligan techniques for chronic low back pain
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This study tests if gentle manual therapy techniques called Mulligan mobilizations can help reduce pain and improve movement in people with long-lasting low back pain that has no clear specific cause.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have had low back pain for at least 3 months with no specific diagnosis like a slipped disc or arthritis.
- You can walk without help.
- You have not had back surgery in the past 6 months.
- You do not have osteoporosis or bone thinning.
- You are not currently receiving other physical therapy or hands-on treatments for your back.
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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