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Hands-On battle: which therapy eases back pain best?

NCT ID NCT07418346

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ibadat International University, Islamabad Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested two hands-on treatments—Active Release Technique and Strain-Counter-Strain—in 40 men aged 30-45 with chronic low back pain lasting at least 3 months. Both groups also received heat and electrical stimulation. The goal was to see which therapy better reduces pain and improves daily function over 4 weeks. Results may help guide treatment choices for this common condition.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

40 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

May 2025

Finished

Aug 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

30 to 45 years

Sex

Male participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Patient will be diagnosed by the therapist. * Individuals diagnosed with chronic low back pain persisting for at least 3-4 months. * Patients aged 30-45 years. * Only men will be included in this study * Pain intensity of at least 4/10 on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) Exclusion Criteria:Patients with a history of spinal surgery or significant spinal conditions (e.g., fractures, tumors, infections). * Individuals with neurological disorders like cauda equine, radiculopathy and spinal stenosis affecting the lower back or lower extremities. * Pregnant women or individuals with contraindications to ART or strain-counter-strain therapy. * Patients unable to provide informed consent or adhere to treatment protocols.

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Conditions

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Low Back Pain

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Low back pain

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Bilal Hospital Rawalpindi Physiotherapy Department

    Rawalpindi, Punjab Province, 46000, Pakistan

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