Pilates or muscle workouts? study finds both ease back pain
NCT ID NCT07458776
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested two non-drug treatments for long-lasting low back pain: muscle energy techniques (gentle muscle stretches) and Pilates exercises. 72 adults aged 20-50 with pain lasting at least 2-3 months did 60-minute sessions four times a week for six weeks. The goal was to see which approach better reduced pain and improved daily function.
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University of Lahore
Lahore, Pakistan