Virtual McKenzie exercises for low back pain: a pilot study
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether guided McKenzie exercises done at home via video can help reduce low back pain. It is for people whose pain improves when they bend backward (extension).
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have low back pain and are starting outpatient physical therapy
- You can read and understand English
- You have not had back surgery before
- Your back pain feels better when you bend backward (extension)
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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