Does stronger back stretching beat gentle pull for sciatica pain?
NCT ID NCT02091791
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tested whether stronger or gentler back stretching (traction) works better for sudden leg pain caused by a slipped disc. Seventeen adults with recent sciatica received either high or low force traction. Researchers measured pain and leg movement to see which force level helps more.
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Service de Médecine Physique et de Réadaptation, Hôpital de Hautepierre, Hôpitaux Universitaires
Strasbourg, 67098, France
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