Spinal treatments for long-lasting back pain
This study tests two hands-on treatments (spinal mobilization and manipulation) to see which works better for long-lasting low back pain. If you're between 18 and 60 and have had pain for more than 3 months, this might help you find relief.
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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 back pain is 'non-specific', meaning it's not caused by a specific structural problem.
- You have not had spinal surgery recently.
- You do not have conditions like a spinal infection, tumour, inflammatory disease, or neurological problems.
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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