This randomized controlled study will investigate the effects of connective tissue massage combined with core stabilization exercises in patients with mechanical low back pain. Participants will be assigned to two groups: one will receive core stabilization exercises with connective tissue massage, while the other will receive only core stabilization exercises. Pain will be evaluated using the Visual Analog Scale, functionality will be assessed with the Oswestry Disability Index, and endurance will be measured with static and dynamic curl-up, static back endurance, and side bridge tests. Quality of life will be assessed with the SF-36, and instrumental daily living activities will be evaluated with the Lawton \& Brody Scale. The results will demonstrate whether adding connective tissue massage to core stabilization exercises will provide additional benefits in pain reduction, functional improvement, endurance, and quality of life compared to exercises alone.
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Oswestry Disability Index (ODI)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Visual Analog Scale (VAS)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Curl-Up Test (Static and Dynamic)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks
Biering-Sørensen Test
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks.
Side Bridge Test
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at 8 weeks.