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French researchers conducted a 12‑week trial to test whether a soft, flexible lower‑back support belt reduces everyday low‑back pain in people who experience common, unexplained discomfort. The study targeted workers who sit for long periods, a known risk factor for low back pain. Results indicated that participants wearing the belt reported less pain and improved mobility compared with baseline. The trial suggests that such soft back belts may be a simple intervention for reducing low‑back pain associated with prolonged sitting.

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