Comparison of the Effectiveness of Myofascial Release Technique and Pilates Exercises in Chronic … (NCT07551323) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Comparison of the Effectiveness of Myofascial Release Technique and Pilates Exercises in Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain
Turkey (Türkiye)30 participantsStarted 2026-01-15
Plain-language summary
Objective:
To evaluate the effectiveness of adding Myofascial Release Technique (MRT) to Clinical Pilates in adults with chronic non-specific low back pain (CNSLBP).
Hypothesis:
MRT combined with Pilates will lead to greater improvements in pain, functional disability, and soft tissue mobility compared to Pilates alone.
Design \& Intervention:
Randomized controlled trial. Participants (18-45 years) will be randomly assigned to:
MRT + Clinical Pilates Clinical Pilates only for 6 weeks (2 sessions/week).
Outcomes:
Primary: Pain (VAS), ultrasonographic thickness (multifidus \& thoracolumbar fascia) Secondary: Disability (ODI), lumbar mobility, balance
Eligibility:
Adults with CNSLBP ≥3 months; excluding spinal surgery, rheumatic disease, and pregnancy.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years – 45 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Chronic non-specific low back pain lasting at least 3 months
* No clinical signs of nerve root compression or neurological deficit
* Aged 18-45 years
* No physical therapy or manual therapy for low back pain in the last 1 month
* Pain intensity of at least 3 on the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) in the last week
* Willingness to participate and provide written informed consent
Exclusion Criteria:
* Systemic, neurological, or orthopedic conditions limiting exercise participation
* Lumbar radiculopathy or severe spinal pathology
* History of lumbar spine surgery
* Unhealed fracture or recent surgical intervention
* Rheumatologic or inflammatory diseases
* Neurological disorders affecting movement or balance
* Participation in any physiotherapy or rehabilitation program in the last 6 months
* Pregnancy or postpartum period within the last 6 months
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1This trial compares myofascial release therapy and Pilates exercises for chronic non-specific low back pain — based on my specific situation, does my doctor think one of these approaches is more likely to help me than the other?
2Since this is a Phase N/A trial comparing two non-drug physical therapies, what is currently known about the safety and effectiveness of myofascial release versus Pilates for people with my type of low back pain?
3The trial is measuring changes in pain using a VAS scale and also looking at the thickness of specific back muscles and connective tissue — can my doctor explain what those physical measurements mean for how my back pain might actually improve in daily life?
4Before considering this trial, should I try one of these therapies — myofascial release or Pilates — on my own through standard care first, or is there a reason joining the trial might be a better path for me right now?
5This trial is currently recruiting — can my doctor help me understand what the time commitment and physical demands of participating would look like, and whether that realistically fits with my current health and daily routine?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
1
Pain Intensity (VAS)
Timeframe: Baseline and 6 weeks (post-intervention)
2
Multifidus and Thoracolumbar Fascia Thickness
Timeframe: Baseline and 6 weeks (post-intervention)