Stretch showdown: which therapy loosens tight hamstrings best?
NCT ID NCT07118787
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested two hands-on therapies—Active Release Technique and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation—to see which improves hamstring flexibility more in adults with chronic low back pain. Forty participants received one of the treatments over two weeks. Researchers measured flexibility and pain before and after to find the better approach.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Manual therapy techniques (Active Release Technique and Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)
What this could lead to
If one technique proves better, it could point toward a more effective physical therapy approach for easing low back pain and improving flexibility.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatments are short-term and may not provide lasting relief.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Lahore Poly Clinic, social security hospital
Lahore, Punjab Province, 54000, Pakistan