Back pain relief: which exercise works best?

NCT ID NCT07470307

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Maheen Rauf Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares dynamic lumbar strengthening exercises versus Pilates, both combined with myofascial release, in 60 adults aged 25-35 with non-specific chronic low back pain lasting over 3 months. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups and will exercise for 20-25 minutes every other day for 8 weeks. The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain, improves function, and increases spinal mobility.

What this could mean

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Active substance: exercise (dynamic lumbar strengthening or Pilates) combined with myofascial release
What this could lead to: If successful, this study could show which exercise approach is better for reducing pain and improving mobility in people with chronic low back pain.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The exercises are supervised and generally safe, but individual responses can vary.

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NON-SPECIFIC CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Lahore Teaching Hospital, Lahore
RECRUITING

Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan

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