Comparison of the Effectiveness of Myofascial Release Technique and Pilates Exercises in Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain

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.

NCT Number	NCT07551323
Lead Sponsor	Bahçeşehir University
Conditions	Chronic Non-specific Low Back Pain
Enrollment	30 participants
Start Date	2026-01-15
Primary Completion	2026-12-10 (estimated)
Study Completion	2027-03-01 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-08-04