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Pilates and weights may soothe back pain and help you sleep better

NCT ID NCT07291934

Symptom relief Sponsor: Al-Azhar University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study will test whether combining Pilates with resistance training can reduce pain, disability, and sleep problems in people with chronic low back pain. 110 participants will be split into three groups: one doing both Pilates and resistance training, one doing Pilates alone, and a control group receiving usual care. The program lasts 8 weeks, with follow-up at 16 weeks.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Pilates and resistance training exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a simple, drug-free way to reduce pain and improve sleep for people with chronic low back pain.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with no blinding, so results may be influenced by expectations. Exercise programs also require ongoing commitment to maintain benefits.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

110 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Oct 2025

Finished

Sep 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

30 to 50 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Clinically diagnosed with chronic low back pain (CLBP), defined as pain localized between the lower rib margin and gluteal folds, lasting ≥12 weeks. * Sleep Quality: Poor sleep quality, defined as PSQI global score \>5. Exclusion Criteria: * Specific LBP causes: Low back pain due to fractures, tumors, infections, inflammatory disorders, or systemic disease. * Recent spinal surgery: History of lumbar spine surgery within the past 12 months. * Severe comorbidities: Serious cardiovascular, respiratory, neurological, or musculoskeletal disorders that contraindicate exercise. * Pregnancy or planned pregnancy during the study period. * Current participation in structured exercise programs targeting the back (Pilates, resistance training, or core stabilization) within the last 3 months. * Use of sleep medications or interventions that cannot be maintained stable during the study period.

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As listed by the trial registrant

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Chronic low back pain

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Naser medical complex

    Gaza, Palestinian Territories

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