Have conflicts of interest in manual therapy trials for low back pain been transparent? A meta-epidemiological review.

A meta-epidemiological review published in Musculoskeletal Science & Practice examined whether conflicts of interest (COI) have been adequately disclosed in randomized trials evaluating manual therapy for low back pain. The study assessed transparency in COI reporting across this body of literature, a concern relevant to how clinicians and guideline developers interpret trial findings. Physical therapists relying on manual therapy research should be aware that undisclosed financial or professional ties may influence reported outcomes.

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