Abstract
Radiculopathy and chronic low back pain are common conditions that can significantly impair quality of life through persistent pain, secondary muscle tension, and functional limitations. Massage techniques are increasingly considered supportive interventions within multimodal rehabilitation programs.
This prospective, randomized, controlled, single-blind clinical trial enrolled adults with subacute or chronic low back pain. Participants were allocated to classical therapeutic massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, or a control group receiving standard rehabilitation without massage. The study assessed disability, pain intensity, muscle stiffness, range of motion, endurance, quality of life, analgesic use, and global impression of change.
The findings support the integration of massage therapy, particularly myofascial release, into evidence-based rehabilitation protocols for patients with low back pain. Classical massage and trigger point therapy also demonstrated clinically meaningful benefits, especially in mobility and spasm reduction.
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Recommended Citation
Badyin, I., & Khomutets, V. (2025). The effectiveness of different massage techniques in the rehabilitation of patients with low back pain. Journal of Education, Health and Sport, 84, 65612. https://doi.org/10.12775/JEHS.2025.84.65612