Exercise vs. exercise plus manual therapy for chronic back pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a workplace exercise program, with or without hands-on manual therapy, can help reduce chronic spinal pain in desk workers. It is designed for UCAM University staff who have had persistent back pain for at least 3 months.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are an administrative staff member at UCAM University who works at a desk using a computer.
- You have had chronic spinal pain (from the back of your head to your buttocks) for at least 3 months, with pain rated 4 or higher on a 0-10 scale.
- You do not have a specific medical diagnosis for your back pain, like arthritis, infection, or a fracture.
- You have not received any back pain treatment (physical therapy or medication) in the last 3 weeks.
- You are able to safely exercise without medical problems, or you have a doctor's clearance to exercise.
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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