Mind over back pain? study probes how beliefs shape therapy success

NCT ID NCT06590116

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how the thoughts and beliefs of people with chronic low back pain and their physical therapists affect how well physical therapy works. Participants will receive standard care including spinal manipulation, exercise, and education. The goal is to understand these personal factors, not to test a new treatment.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

spinal manipulative therapy, exercise, and education

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could help tailor physical therapy to individual beliefs, improving outcomes for people with chronic low back pain.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test whether spinal manipulation works, only explore factors that might influence results.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Low Back Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Florida

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    Gainesville, Florida, 32610, United States

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