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Sensorimotor effects of heatwrap and exercise in acute low back pain: results of a randomised controlled trial
Cote Picard · C. · Desgagnes · A. · Tittley · J. · Mailloux · C. · +10 more
Abstract
Background: Heatwrap is recommended for acute low back pain (ALBP), and previous research found heatwrap plus exercise more effective than each intervention alone. While recommended by clinical guidelines, their impact on mechanistic outcomes is unknown. This trial aimed to (i) assess immediate and short-term effects of heatwrap alone or combined with exercise, compared with a sham heatwrap, on pain sensitivity, lumbar muscle activity, current pain intensity, and trunk flexion range of motion, a
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