Palestine Ahliya University

This study looked at whether adding therapeutic exercises to a hands-on technique called positional release helps people with chronic low back pain more than the technique alone. Sixty adults aged 20-65 with ongoing back pain took part. Researchers measured pain, disability, and …

This study tested two exercise programs in 60 adults with long-term low back pain. One group did isometric exercises (holding still positions) and the other did isotonic exercises (moving through a range of motion), both with heat and electrical stimulation. The goal was to see w…

This study tested two common physical therapy techniques—Maitland mobilization and McKenzie press-up exercises—in 50 adults with chronic low back pain. Each person also received myofascial release (a type of massage). The goal was to see which method better reduced pain and impro…

This study tested two physical therapy techniques—Positional Release and Muscle Energy—in 36 adults with long-term low back pain. Both groups also used a hot pack before treatment. The goal was to see which method better reduces pain and improves daily function over four weeks. R…