Can a Hands-On technique boost pilates for back pain?
NCT ID NCT07551323
First seen May 02, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 8 times
Summary
This study tests whether adding a hands-on therapy called myofascial release to Pilates exercises helps people with chronic low back pain more than Pilates alone. Thirty adults aged 18 to 45 with at least 3 months of pain will be randomly assigned to one of two groups for 6 weeks. Researchers will measure pain, disability, and muscle changes using ultrasound.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Myofascial Release Technique (manual therapy) and Clinical Pilates exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that adding myofascial release to Pilates provides better pain relief and mobility for people with chronic low back pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The sham control may not fully mask the treatment, and benefits could be modest.
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