PEMF therapy fails to boost pain relief for slipped disc patients

NCT ID NCT07263737

First seen Jan 07, 2026 · Last updated May 03, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study tested whether adding pulsed electromagnetic field (PEMF) therapy to standard physical therapy could further reduce nerve pain and disability in people with a slipped disc in the lower back. 46 adults with leg pain for at least 3 months took part. Both the PEMF group and the placebo group improved, but PEMF did not provide any extra benefit for pain, flexibility, or quality of life.

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Locations

  • Haydarpasa Numune Training and Research Hospital Physical Rehabilitation and Medicine Clinic

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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