LOW BACK PAIN

This study looks at whether adding a bone-marrow concentrate injection to standard back surgery helps discs heal better in adults with herniated discs. About 90 participants will either get surgery alone or surgery plus the injection. Researchers will track pain, disability, and …

This study looks at whether core strengthening or functional exercises are better at preventing low back and neck pain in healthy women, especially those with desk jobs. Researchers will compare two exercise programs in 45 women who do not currently exercise regularly. The goal i…

This study tests whether thread-embedding acupuncture (TEA) can reduce pain and improve quality of life in adults with chronic low back pain. Thirty-two participants will receive either TEA or a sham procedure and be followed for 8 weeks. Researchers will compare pain levels, med…

This study tests an 8-week program that combines back and gluteal exercises to reduce pain and improve daily function in people with chronic low back pain. Researchers will enroll 54 adults aged 18 to 65 who have had pain for over 3 months. The goal is to see if this specific exe…

This study tests if adding electrical stimulation to early movement helps people recover better after surgery for a slipped disc in the lower back. Sixty adults who just had surgery will be split into two groups: one doing early movement only, the other doing early movement plus …

This study tests whether a virtual, team-based lifestyle program works as well as in-person physiotherapy for people with chronic muscle or joint pain living in rural areas. About 354 adults with conditions like back, knee, or hip pain will receive up to 10 sessions over six mont…

This study tests whether a single 20-minute session of TENS (a device that sends mild electrical pulses through the skin) can immediately reduce low back pain and muscle stiffness. Twenty-four adults aged 18-30 with non-specific low back pain for at least 3 months will be randoml…

This study aims to find out how common neck and low back pain is among nursing students at the University of the West Indies. It will also test whether a spine-specific exercise program can reduce pain and improve daily life compared to general exercises. About 400 students will …

This study looks at how yoga nidra (a type of guided relaxation) and regular yoga affect pain and movement in people with chronic low back pain. About 27 adults will try each method on separate visits and rate their pain during heat tests and a sit-to-stand task. The goal is to s…

This study tests a gentle exercise method using blood flow restriction cuffs on the legs to see if it can reduce pain, improve hamstring strength, and help daily function in people with long-term low back pain. About 44 adults aged 18–45 with pain lasting over 12 weeks will take …

This study looks at whether supervised water exercise (aquatherapy) can improve physical performance, balance, and reduce fear of falling in people aged 65 and older who have had low back pain for more than three months. Forty-five participants will be randomly assigned to either…

This study looks at whether special exercises to correct the lower spine can help people with long-term low back pain feel better and move more steadily. Researchers will test 30 adults aged 25 to 45 who have had pain for over six months. The training aims to improve posture awar…

This study looks at whether Downward-Facing Dog yoga can reduce pain and improve posture in children aged 8 to 14 with non-specific low back pain. About 58 kids will do yoga sessions as a fun, engaging alternative to traditional physiotherapy. The goal is to see if this simple, l…

This study will check if using ultrasound to guide medicine injections into the spine is safe and helps reduce pain. About 600 adults with neck or back pain will be watched for 4 weeks as they receive this treatment as part of their normal care. The main goal is to see how much t…

This study tests a new approach for people with low back pain who find it hard to do physical exercises. Instead of moving, participants will imagine doing specific back extension exercises. The goal is to see if this mental practice can reduce pain, improve movement, and help sy…

This study looks at whether adding sensory training to standard physical therapy can reduce pain and improve daily function in people with chronic low back pain. About 66 adults aged 25-45 will be split into three groups: one using a device for sensory training, one doing manual …

This study tests a wearable device called Japet.W+ for people with chronic low back pain. About 102 adults will wear the device during daily activities to see if it reduces pain and helps them move better. The goal is to offer a drug-free option for managing back pain.

This study looks at whether teaching people with migraine or chronic lower back pain about good sleep habits can help them sleep better and feel less pain. About 100 adults will take part, learning sleep hygiene tips and using them at home for four weeks. There is no medicine inv…

This study compares dry needling alone to dry needling plus a gentle vibration for people with long-term low back pain. The goal is to see if vibration boosts pain relief and function while causing less discomfort during and after treatment. About 36 adults with trigger points in…

This study tests whether a single session of moist hot-pack therapy can immediately reduce pain and muscle stiffness in adults with low back pain. Twenty-four participants will receive either a hot pack or a room-temperature pack (sham). Pain and stiffness are measured right afte…

This study looks at whether adding a type of brain retraining (sensory discrimination training) to standard pain education and exercises can help people with long-term low back pain. About 80 adults aged 19 to 44 with mechanical low back pain will take part. The goal is to reduce…

This study looks at whether Baduanjin, a gentle traditional Chinese exercise, can help office workers with long-term low back pain. Thirty participants will either practice Baduanjin for eight weeks or receive no special treatment. Researchers will measure changes in pain, balanc…

This study looks at whether combining electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) with body awareness exercises can reduce pain and improve daily function in people with non-specific low back pain. About 72 adults aged 18-65 with at least 3 months of back pain will be randomly assigned t…

This study looks at how common neck and low back pain is among full-time staff at the University of the West Indies, Mona. It also tests whether an 8-week spine-specific exercise program can reduce discomfort better than general exercises. About 200 adults aged 18-65 who have wor…

This study tests whether adding a simple breathing muscle trainer to regular aerobic exercise can improve lung function, exercise ability, and pain in adults who are obese and have chronic low back pain. About 48 participants will be split into two groups: one using the trainer p…

This study compares two hands-on treatments—kinesio taping and myofascial release—for reducing low back pain during menstruation. It will involve 44 healthy young women aged 18-25 who experience regular period pain. The goal is to see which approach better eases pain and improves…

This study tests whether pressing on a trigger point in the psoas muscle (a deep hip muscle) can immediately reduce low back pain and improve how well you can bend and twist. Researchers will compare this technique to a placebo in 40 young adults (18-30) who have had back pain fo…

This study tests if injecting a sugar-water solution into the lower back can safely reduce chronic pain in people with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS). Researchers will use ultrasound to guide the injections and measure pain relief and function in 40 adults aged 18-75. …

This study tests a gentle posture training method called Global Postural Reeducation in 30 housewives aged 25-40 with chronic low back pain. The goal is to see if it can reduce pain, lower stress, and improve sleep quality. Unlike typical treatments that only target pain, this ap…

This study tests whether adding high-intensity laser therapy to Mulligan mobilization (a hands-on joint technique) works better than mobilization alone for chronic low back pain. About 50 adults aged 18–60 with pain lasting at least 3 months will receive several treatment session…

This study compares two treatments—post-facilitation stretching and dry needling—for people with chronic low back pain and tight hamstrings. About 36 adults aged 20-50 will receive one of the treatments three times a week for three weeks. Researchers will measure changes in flexi…

This study looks at whether a mobile app can help people with common pains (neck, shoulder, back, or knee) stick to their home exercise routines. Thirty adults will be split into two groups: one using the app and one doing traditional exercises. The goal is to see if the app redu…

This study will test whether a 6-week exercise program, when added to usual care, can reduce disability and pain in adults aged 60 and older with long-term low-back pain. About 314 participants will be randomly assigned to either the exercise group or usual care alone. The resear…

This study tests a modified 'bird-dog' exercise called the Multifidus Lift in 40 university students aged 18-25 with low back pain. Over 6 weeks, participants do the exercise twice weekly to see if it improves back muscle endurance, reduces pain, and lessens disability. A healthy…

This study tests whether a tailored early rehabilitation program, including physiotherapy, education, and graded activity, can help 12 adults recover better after lumbar spinal fusion surgery. The goal is to improve pain, movement, and the ability to reach personal goals. The pro…

This study looks at whether doing sit-to-stand exercises with a blood flow restriction cuff on the legs can improve back muscle endurance and balance better than the same exercises without the cuff. The study involves 70 healthy adults aged 20-25 who will exercise twice a week fo…

This study aims to translate and test a questionnaire called USE (Usefulness, Satisfaction, and Ease of Use) into Turkish. The questionnaire helps people with back or neck pain rate the biomedical devices they use in rehabilitation. Researchers will enroll 220 adults aged 18-65 w…

This study looks at how a deep core muscle called the transversus abdominis (TrA) relates to arm movement and shoulder stability in people with chronic low back pain. Researchers will compare 90 adults with and without back pain using ultrasound, reach tests, and shoulder measure…

This study looks at 96 adults with lower back pain to see if the damage shown on an MRI matches how much pain they actually feel. Participants will answer pain and disability questionnaires and get a physical exam. Researchers will compare these results with their MRI scans to he…

This study compares how the spine moves during activities in 20 people with chronic low back pain and 20 without. Participants perform movements with different visual cues while their spine angles are measured. The goal is to understand movement differences, not to provide treatm…

This study looks at how different types of low back pain (like disc problems or spine wear-and-tear) affect a person's balance. Researchers will use a special machine called the Biodex Balance System to measure stability in 80 adults. The goal is to better understand balance prob…

This study looks at how smartphone addiction relates to core muscle endurance, spine shape, and daily function in university students aged 18-25 who have had low back pain for at least six months. Researchers will measure addiction levels, back muscle endurance, spine curvature, …

This study looks at whether what you expect from a back pain treatment can actually change how much pain relief you get and how your body responds. Researchers will have 73 adults with chronic low back pain watch a short video of someone having a positive, neutral, or negative ex…

This study looks at how two different treatments—massage and talk therapy—affect stress and bonding hormones in people with long-term neck or back pain. Researchers will measure oxytocin and cortisol levels from saliva samples before and after each session. The goal is to see if …

This study looks at how the curve of the lower spine relates to knee angle in college students who are addicted to their smartphones and have chronic low back pain. Researchers will measure spine curvature and knee movement using video software. The goal is to understand possible…

This study looks at how the brain's map of the back changes in people with chronic low back pain compared to healthy individuals. Researchers will use fMRI scans to see if a special surface that provides touch and position feedback can improve brain connections related to body aw…

This study aims to uncover why people with migraine often also have neck and lower back pain. Researchers will measure pain sensitivity, psychological factors, and disability in 179 adults with migraine and accompanying spinal pain. The goal is to better understand shared pain me…

This study looks at how common neck and low back pain is among physical therapy students at the University of the West Indies. It also tests whether an 8-week spine-specific exercise program can reduce pain and improve daily function better than general exercises. About 120 stude…