Measuring low-back flexibility with a video app
This study tests whether a free video app can reliably measure how much your lower back bends forward. It may help people understand their back flexibility without x-rays or special equipment.
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Who can take part
- Aged 18 to 25 years old
- Body mass index (BMI) between 18 and 24.9
- Waist-to-hip ratio about 0.9 for men, 0.85 for women
- No past or current back problems (like a slipped disc or spine surgery)
- No recent hamstring, hip, knee, ankle, shoulder, elbow, or wrist injuries
- Not pregnant, not an athlete, and not taking muscle relaxants
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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