Exercise comparison for long-term low back pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two sets of exercises (called McGill and Sahrmann) to see which is better at reducing chronic low back pain. If you have had non-specific low back pain for more than 12 weeks, this trial may help you strengthen your core and feel better without surgery or medication.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 50 years old.
- You have had low back pain that is not caused by a specific injury or disease for more than 12 weeks.
- Your pain level is usually about a 3 or 4 on a 0-to-10 scale.
- You have not had back surgery, and do not have a spinal deformity, nerve problems, or a serious illness.
- You are not pregnant or within 6 months of giving birth.
- You are willing to attend all exercise sessions and follow the program.
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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