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Researchers are studying a new method to improve hamstring flexibility in adults with chronic low back pain CLBP. The study compares a combination of passive and active hamstring stretching PAS to passive stretching PS alone. The goal is to see if PAS leads to better active flexibility, as well as improvements in passive flexibility, hamstring stiffness, and pelvic tilt. This research aims to enhance rehabilitation approaches for people with CLBP. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups. The control group performs three one-minute passive hamstring stretches per leg with rest intervals. The experimental group receives passive stretching followed by active exercises including Active Knee Extension, One-Leg Deadlift, and Bear-Squat, each with specific repetitions and holds. Both groups spend about 15 to 20 minutes per session. Measurements are taken before and immediately after the intervention. During the study, participants will undergo tests measuring active knee extension, fingertip-to-floor distance, straight leg raise angle, hamstring stiffness, pelvic tilt, and pain levels. They will also answer questions about perceived changes in flexibility. Additional assessments include kinesiophobia and movement harmfulness perception at baseline, and skin conductance during evaluation. The study starts in September 2025, and outcomes will help develop better rehabilitation programs for CLBP patients.

Stroke is a leading cause of motor disability and cognitive impairment worldwide, affecting many individuals of working age, especially in France where about 31% of new cases impact this group. This research aims to identify factors that influence returning to work after a first ischemic or hemorrhagic stroke, focusing on both measurable aspects like stroke severity and less studied elements such as personal motivation and social support. The study also seeks to understand regional vocational pathways and barriers to sustained employment after stroke. This observational study involves patients treated for a first stroke at Clermont-Ferrand University Hospital between January 2020 and March 2024. It includes those under 64 years old who had an employment contract at the stroke time. The study does not involve treatments but collects detailed information on patients work reintegration experiences and related factors through comprehensive assessments. Participants will be evaluated on various outcomes including the rate of return to work, quality of life, anxiety and depression levels, fatigue severity, and job retention. Data are gathered from medical records and telephone questionnaires. The study focuses on identifying predictors and challenges for long-term vocational reintegration, with all assessments occurring at inclusion. This ongoing observation will help inform tailored rehabilitation and reintegration strategies for stroke survivors.