BACK PAIN

This study tested a bone graft material called Osteocel Plus in people with degenerative disc disease and back pain who needed spine fusion surgery. 104 adults received the graft during a minimally invasive procedure called XLIF. Researchers tracked how well the bones fused over …

This study looked at over 3,000 adults with recent back or neck pain (less than 3 months) to compare three treatment approaches: usual care from a primary care doctor, care guided by a special decision-making model (ICE), and care using individualized postural therapy (IPT). The …

This study tested two mental health tools—a smartphone app (Wysa) and a printed guide—for adults with long-term back or neck pain. Thirty patients gave feedback through interviews and surveys over one month. The goal was to see if these tools could help reduce anxiety and depress…

This study tested whether using ultrasound to guide a special type of injection (pharmacopuncture) is safe and helpful for people with neck or back pain. Fifty adults with spinal disorders received the treatment. Researchers tracked side effects, pain levels, disability, and qual…

This study tested a combination of laser and mechanical treatments for back pain in 50 adults aged 20 to 60. Researchers measured pain intensity, pressure sensitivity, and trunk strength before and after treatment. The goal was to see if this combined therapy could reduce pain an…

This study tested whether a hands-on technique called iliopsoas positional release works better than standard exercises for reducing pain and improving movement in people with sub-acute back pain (lasting over 1.5 months). 100 adults aged 18-40 took part. Researchers measured pai…

This study tested whether a gel containing piroxicam plus warming/cooling ingredients works as well as two other common anti-inflammatory gels for muscle, bone, and joint pain. 180 adults aged 18-60 with conditions like ankle sprain or back pain used one of three gels for about 6…

This study tested whether testosterone therapy could improve pain, physical function, and quality of life in 36 women aged 60 and older with chronic back pain, opioid use, and low testosterone. Participants received either testosterone or a placebo to compare effects on pain tole…

This study tested whether group mindfulness classes, based on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, could improve daily function and reduce pain in adults with chronic low back pain. Over 450 participants took part, and researchers measured pain levels and physical ability at sever…

This study tested three approaches to treat vestibulodynia, a long-term vulvar pain condition that affects about 1 in 6 women. 209 women received either a numbing cream, an oral medication, both, or a placebo to see which worked best for pain relief. The goal was to help women an…

This study tested a wearable back support suit in 30 male caregivers who transport patients at a hospital. The goal was to see if the suit could reduce or prevent back pain. Participants wore the suit during their work, and researchers measured changes in back pain disability usi…

This study tested two types of posture training (Mezieres Method and Isostretching) in 30 elite gymnasts with low back pain. The goal was to see if these therapies could reduce pain and improve movement. Results may help coaches and therapists choose better treatments for gymnast…

This study tested two programs for people with long-term low back pain. One combined exercise, behavior change, education, and mindfulness; the other added functional resistance training. Researchers measured pain, disability, and quality of life in 70 adults over 5 months. The g…

This study tested a standardized care program for 70 adults who had back surgery in Erbil, Iraq. The program aimed to reduce pain, improve daily function, and increase patient knowledge. Researchers measured pain and disability before and 8 weeks after surgery to see if the progr…

This study explored how age relates to low back pain, leg muscle strength, and balance in 110 adults aged 18 to 65. Researchers measured pain levels, muscle strength using a special machine, and balance with a platform device. The goal was to understand these connections better, …

This study looked at 78 teens with adolescent idiopathic scoliosis to see if the size of their spinal curve (Cobb angle) affects how much pain they feel and how they see their body. Researchers divided participants into three groups based on curve severity and measured pain and b…

This study tested a physiotherapist-led program in primary schools to teach children aged 9-11 about good posture, physical activity, and safe backpack use. Over three months, researchers measured changes in back pain and habits. The goal was to see if this educational approach c…

This study measured how the lower spine and pelvis align when sitting in a straight chair versus an ergonomic chair. Researchers compared 20 people with and without chronic back pain to see if chair type makes a difference. The goal was to gather information, not to test a treatm…

This study involved 200 Albanian adults with back pain to test whether translated pain and disability questionnaires are accurate and reliable. Participants filled out several standard forms, like the Roland-Morris and Oswestry Disability Index, in Albanian. The goal was to make …