Thoracic Spine Treatment: Massage and Manipulation Study
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether hands-on treatments—spinal manipulation and massage—can reduce back pain, improve flexibility, and help with sleep in older adults with long-standing mid-back problems. You would receive these treatments over time and answer questions about your pain and sleep.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have had mid-back (thoracic spine) problems for at least 3 years
- You can speak, read, and write Turkish fluently
- You are currently experiencing mid-back symptoms
- You can lie face-down comfortably for treatment
- You have not had spinal surgery or serious spinal injury in the past
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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