Myofascial release for chronic low back pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a gentle hands-on technique called myofascial release for the tissue around your lower back. It aims to see if it can reduce chronic low back pain over 6 weeks.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old
- You have had low back pain for more than 12 weeks
- Your average pain over the past week is at least 3 on a 0-10 scale
- You can attend 3 therapy sessions per week for 6 weeks (18 total)
- You do not have a specific spine injury or condition, and have not had back surgery
- You are not pregnant and do not have a severe psychiatric or connective tissue disorder
Quick eligibility check
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