Gentle touch vs. muscle force: which eases back pain better?
NCT ID NCT07165249
First seen Sep 30, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 27 times
Summary
This study tested two physical therapy methods—Positional Release Technique (PRT) and Muscle Energy Technique (MET)—in 36 adults aged 25-50 with long-lasting low back pain. Both groups also received heat packs before treatment. After 4 weeks, researchers measured pain and daily function to see which technique worked better.
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Palestine Ahliya University
Bethlehem, 3600700, Palestinian Territories
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