Intervertebral disk degenerative disorder

This study tests a new medicine called CBT005, a healing protein injected directly into damaged spinal discs. The goal is to see if it is safe and can reduce long-term back pain in 60 adults with disc degeneration. Participants get one injection and are followed for up to 3 years…

This early-stage trial tests a new cell-based injection called TG-C for people with long-term lower back pain due to degenerative disc disease. 24 adults aged 22 to 70 will receive either a high, mid, or low dose of TG-C injected into the spinal disc, or a sham (fake) injection. …

This study looks at whether a drug called abaloparatide can improve bone quality in people with osteoporosis who need spine surgery. About 60 participants will take the drug for 3-6 months before and after surgery. The goal is to see if it reduces complications like broken hardwa…

This study follows 150 people who received a BDyn spine implant for degenerative disc disease to see how many need additional surgery at the level above the implant over at least 4 years. Participants will complete surveys, undergo imaging, and report any side effects. The goal i…

This study reviews past medical records of 33 adults who had neck surgery with a special implant called ITC CERVICAL. The goal is to see if the device safely reduces neck disability and pain, and helps the spine heal properly. Researchers will look at data from before surgery, ri…

This study tests whether adding a bone-marrow concentrate injection during routine back surgery helps the spinal disc heal better. About 90 adults with a herniated disc will get either surgery alone or surgery plus the injection. Researchers will use MRI scans and pain questionna…

This study compares two surgical devices used in neck fusion surgery for cervical degenerative disc disease. One device is a cage with built-in screws, the other is a traditional cage without screws. The goal is to see which leads to better bone fusion and fewer complications. Fo…

This study compares a new spine cage device (MDT-0123) to a standard bone graft for patients needing two-level spinal fusion in the lower back. About 140 adults with disc degeneration or spinal deformity will be enrolled in Japan. The main goal is to see if the device leads to be…

This study tests a new artificial disc called Triadyme-C for people with painful neck and arm problems from a single damaged disc. About 164 adults who haven't gotten better with other treatments will get the new disc. The goal is to see if it safely improves pain, movement, and …

This study looks back at medical records of 300 people who had neck spine fusion surgery using a special graft material called NMP®. The goal is to see how safe it is by checking for complications and whether patients needed another surgery within 90 days to 2 years. The research…

This study looks at a special putty called Fibergraft used in spine surgery to help bones grow together. About 80 adults with back pain or nerve problems from spine issues will get this putty during surgery. Doctors will check how well the bones heal using CT scans and ask patien…

This study looks at whether CT scans taken during lumbar spine surgery can detect spinal instability more reliably than standard X-rays taken before surgery. Researchers will review imaging and medical records from 100 adults undergoing surgery for degenerative spine conditions. …

This study tests whether a new medicine called Fexuprazan (Fexuclue) can prevent stomach ulcers caused by NSAID painkillers like ibuprofen. About 360 adults with joint or muscle pain who need daily NSAIDs will take either Fexuprazan or an older drug (Lansoprazole) for 24 weeks. T…

This study will compare two types of nerve blocks—lumbar paravertebral block and lumbar erector spinae plane block—for pain control after lumbar spine surgery in people aged 65 and older. The goal is to see which block reduces the need for opioid painkillers in the first 48 hours…

This study compares two types of nerve blocks (thoracolumbar interfascial plane block and retrolaminar block) to see which one helps patients recover better after lumbar spine fusion surgery. 70 adults scheduled for surgery will receive one of the two blocks before the procedure.…

This study will track 600 adults with neck or back pain who are already scheduled to receive pharmacopuncture (herbal medicine injections) as part of their care. The key difference is that doctors will use an ultrasound device to guide the needle, aiming to avoid nerves and blood…

This study compares a specialized posture-correction exercise program (Mirror Image Spine Correction) with standard physiotherapy for adults with sciatica. Over 12 weeks, 64 participants will receive supervised sessions three times per week. The main goal is to see if the new exe…

This early-phase trial will test four orthobiologic treatments—PRP, bone marrow concentrate, hyaluronic acid, and nanofat—in 300 adults with various muscle, joint, tendon, or bone conditions. The goal is to see if these natural substances can reduce pain and improve joint functio…

This study looks at whether a mobile app can help people with common pains (neck, shoulder, back, or knee) do their prescribed home exercises more regularly. About 30 adults will be split into two groups: one using the app and one doing traditional exercises. The goal is to see i…

This observational study will follow 150 people with thoracolumbar spine fractures to see how the injury and its treatment (surgery or non-surgical care) affect joint and disc degeneration over time. Researchers will compare CT scans and pain scores between treated patients and a…

This study checks how consistently six doctors can grade degeneration of the small joints in the spine (facet joints) using CT scans. It includes 12 patients and uses the Pathria scale. The goal is to see if the grading method is reliable, not to test a treatment.

This study reviews medical records of 120 adults with low back pain who completed 15 sessions of physical therapy. Researchers will group patients based on their MRI results (disc herniation, disc degeneration, or normal findings) to see if certain types of back pain respond bett…

This study aims to translate and adapt a widely used questionnaire for musculoskeletal problems into Urdu. Researchers will enroll 110 Urdu-speaking adults, including patients with muscle or joint issues and healthy volunteers. The goal is to create a validated tool to measure sy…

This study looks at how patients feel when reading their own medical notes. Some will read the original doctor's note, others will read a simpler version written by artificial intelligence. Researchers want to see if the AI summary changes how much patients trust their doctor or …

This study compares what happens when surgeons place a small drain in the neck after ACDF surgery versus not using one. The drain is meant to remove fluid and lower the risk of complications like bleeding or infection. About 360 adults having elective ACDF will be randomly assign…

This study looks at 96 adults with lower back pain to see if the damage shown on an MRI matches how much pain they actually feel. Participants will fill out pain and disability questionnaires and get a physical exam. The goal is to help doctors better understand and treat back pa…

This study will follow 120 adults receiving a steroid injection for lower back and leg pain caused by a slipped disc. Researchers want to see how factors like anxiety, pain during the procedure, and sedation affect how satisfied patients feel one hour after the injection. The goa…

This study tests a decision support system called SmaRTWork to help people on sick leave due to muscle or back pain return to work. About 298 adults in Norway will either use the system or receive usual care. The main goal is to see if the tool helps them return to work sustainab…