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Swiss ball training may offer Drug-Free relief for chronic back pain

NCT ID NCT07686237

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Guangxi Normal University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 07, 2026 · Last updated Jul 08, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether core stability exercises using a Swiss ball can reduce pain and improve function in young men aged 18–25 with chronic non-specific low back pain. Participants will be randomly assigned to either Swiss ball training or standard mat-based exercises for six weeks. Researchers will measure changes in pain intensity, disability, muscle strength, and balance. The goal is to see if Swiss ball training provides better relief than conventional exercises.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
Swiss ball-based core stability training
What this could lead to
If effective, this exercise approach could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain and improve daily function in young adults with chronic low back pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, all young men, so results may not apply to a broader population. The benefits may be modest or no better than standard exercises.

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CHRONIC NON-SPECIFIC LOW BACK PAIN

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Locations

  • Guangxi Normal University

    Guilin, Guangxi, 541004, China

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