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Doing planks relieves lower back pain.

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CONTESTED PARTIAL
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Is it true that doing planks relieves lower back pain?

Partly. One cross-sectional study found longer plank times did not indicate lower risk or severity of back pain, while a small rehab-exercise study and a clinic page suggest core work may help protect the back. No source directly tests planks as a treatment for relieving lower back pain.

Verdict: CONTESTED PARTIAL · 2 sources for, 1 against · Last checked

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The effect of rehabilitative exercises according to some kinematic variables in relieving lower back pain for women aged 25-35 old
2024
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Sadiq, A. J. & Obaid, M. A. (2024). The effect of rehabilitative exercises according to some kinematic variables in relieving lower back pain for women aged 25-35 old. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.55165/wjfsar.v4i04.324

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The Core of the Issue: Plank Performance and Pain in the Lower Back
2025
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Eimiller, K., Lefèvre, L., Robarge, C., Strano, C., Tarbrake, K., & Wittmann, I. (2025). The Core of the Issue: Plank Performance and Pain in the Lower Back. doi.org. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14113926

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The Core of the Issue: Plank Performance and Pain in the Lower Back - PMC Lock. (n.d.). pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm14113926

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Plank Exercises: What They Do For Your Body
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Plank Exercises: What They Do For Your Body. (n.d.). health.clevelandclinic.org. https://health.clevelandclinic.org/plank-exercise-benefits

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