Stretch or needle? new study tackles back pain relief

NCT ID NCT07426562

First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study compares two treatments—post-facilitation stretching and dry needling—for people with chronic low back pain and tight hamstrings. About 36 adults aged 20-50 will receive one of the treatments three times a week for three weeks. Researchers will measure changes in flexibility, pain, and daily function to see which approach works better.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

Locations

  • Spine Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Center

    Peshawar, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, 25000, Pakistan

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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