Suspension Exercises vs Conventional Physiotherapy for Chronic Low Back Pain

Comparison of the Effectiveness of Suspension Exercises and Conventional Physiotherapy in Adults With Chronic Non-Specific Low Back Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial

This study compared the effectiveness of suspension exercises based on the Neurac method with conventional physiotherapy in adults with chronic non-specific low back pain. The study evaluated changes in pain intensity, health-related quality of life, and functional performance following a six-week intervention.

Inclusion Criteria:

• 1. Adults aged 25 to 60 years with chronic non-specific low back pain.

  2. No history of previous spinal surgery.

  3. No history of major lumbar trauma.

  4. Pain intensity of ≥3/10 on the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS).

  5. Ability to understand the instructions and complete the questionnaires.

  6. No previous participation in a suspension exercise program

Exclusion Criteria:

1. Recent lumbar trauma.
2. Spinal surgery performed less than six months before enrollment.
3. Pregnancy.
4. Severe cognitive or psychological disorders.
5. Refusal to participate.
6. Severe cardiovascular complications.
7. Acute joint pain limiting the ability to perform the exercises.