Wall squats tested as instant pain reliever for back pain sufferers
NCT ID NCT06963658
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether holding a wall squat for up to three minutes can immediately reduce pain sensitivity in adults with chronic low back pain. Researchers will measure changes in pressure pain threshold and pain intensity before and after the exercise. 90 participants with non-specific low back pain lasting more than 12 weeks are being recruited.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- isometric wall squat exercise
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to temporarily reduce pain sensitivity in people with chronic low back pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial testing only the immediate effects of a single exercise session. The pain relief may be short-lived or not work for everyone.
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Conditions
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King Abdullah Hospital in bisha
RECRUITINGBisha, 'Asir Region, 67714, Saudi Arabia
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