Which specific modes of exercise training are most effective for treating low back pain? Network meta-analysis.
Patrick J OwenClint T MillerNiamh Liana MundellSimone Johanna Josefa Maria VerswijverenScott D TagliaferriHelena BrisbySteven J BoweDaniel Ludovic BelavyPublished in: British journal of sports medicine (2019)
There is low quality evidence that Pilates, stabilisation/motor control, resistance training and aerobic exercise training are the most effective treatments, pending outcome of interest, for adults with NSCLBP. Exercise training may also be more effective than therapist hands-on treatment. Heterogeneity among studies and the fact that there are few studies with low risk of bias are both limitations.