Aromatherapy Massage for Chronic Lower Back Pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether massage combined with essential oils (lavender, orange, and almond oil) can help reduce chronic lower back pain that has lasted at least 6 months. Researchers want to see if aromatherapy massage is a safe and helpful treatment option.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old
- You have had lower back pain for at least 6 months that is not caused by a specific injury or condition
- You are currently receiving or able to receive treatment at a physical therapy clinic
- You are willing to volunteer and participate in the study
- You do not have a history of back or spine surgery, fractures, or major trauma
- You do not have severe allergies to lavender, orange, or almond oil
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