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Summary of repeated measure analysis of variance comparing the mean values of pain intensity and disability index, pretreatment, 3rd week, and 6th week in kneading massage group (n=25)
| Variable | Mean±SD | F | P-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pain intensity | |||
| Pre | 5.7±1.3 | ||
| 3rd | 5.2±1.2 | ||
| 6th | 4.0±0.7 | 2.9 | 0.086 |
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| |||
| Disability index | |||
| Pre | 60.7±12.7 | ||
| 3rd | 47.1±13.4 | 4.1 | 0.038* |
| 6th | 41.7±10.5 | ||
SD, standard deviation.
P<0.05, statistically significant.
