Gentle touch vs. muscle relaxation: which Self-Help strategy wins for back pain?
NCT ID NCT04199091
First seen Nov 25, 2025 · Last updated May 21, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study compared two self-help methods for people with long-term low back pain: craniosacral therapy (a gentle hands-on technique) and progressive muscle relaxation. 76 adults learned one of these methods over 12 weeks and were followed for a year. The goal was to see if teaching these techniques at home can reduce pain and improve daily function.
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Center for Integrative Medicine and Planetary Health, University Hospital Essen, University of Duisburg-Essen
Essen, North Rhine-Westphalia, 45130, Germany
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