Exercise study for chronic non-specific low back pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two types of exercise programs—moderate load eccentric core exercises and Pilates—to see which is more effective for people with long-lasting low back pain that isn't caused by a specific medical condition.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 45 years old.
- You have had low back pain for more than 3 months.
- Your pain is not caused by a specific injury or disease (non-specific).
- Your pain level in the last week is between 3 and 8 on a 0-10 scale (where 0 is no pain and 10 is worst pain).
- You are not pregnant and have not had surgery on your belly, spine, or legs in the past 6 months.
Quick eligibility check
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