Palestine Ahliya University
Clinical trials sponsored by Palestine Ahliya University, explained in plain language.
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Which exercise works best for back pain? study reveals surprising results
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two exercise programs in 60 adults with chronic low back pain. One group did isometric exercises (holding still positions) while the other did isotonic exercises (moving through a range of motion). Both groups also received heat and electrical stimulation. The g…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Palestine Ahliya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 11:06 UTC
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Gentle touch plus exercise may beat touch alone for back pain
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether adding therapeutic exercises to a gentle hands-on technique called positional release therapy helps people with chronic low back pain more than the hands-on therapy alone. Sixty adults aged 20 to 65 with ongoing back pain took part. Researchers measur…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Palestine Ahliya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:05 UTC
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Back pain relief showdown: which therapy wins?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two common physical therapy techniques—Maitland mobilization and McKenzie press-up exercises—in 50 adults with chronic low back pain lasting 3 months to 2 years. Participants received three sessions per week for four weeks. The goal was to see which method bette…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Palestine Ahliya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 13, 2026 16:02 UTC
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Gentle moves vs. muscle power: which eases back pain best?
Symptom relief CompletedThis study tested two physical therapy methods—Positional Release Technique (PRT) and Muscle Energy Technique (MET)—in 36 adults aged 25-50 with long-lasting low back pain. Both groups also received a hot pack before treatment. After 4 weeks, researchers measured pain and daily f…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Palestine Ahliya University • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 11, 2026 20:38 UTC