Spondylolisthesis
MONDO:0008475A condition in which there is forward displacement of a vertebral bone over the on below it.
Also known as: spondylolisthesis, spondylolisthesis (disease)
105 clinical trials for this condition and its sub-types.
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New surgical approach aims to fix failed back fusions by restoring natural spinal curve
Disease control OngoingThis study tests a surgical technique to restore the natural curve (lordosis) of the lower spine in people who have had a previous spinal fusion that failed or caused ongoing pain. The procedure is done through the same incision used in the prior surgery. Researchers will measure…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: N.N. Priorov National Medical Research Center of Traumatology and Orthopedics • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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3D-Printed spinal cages could revolutionize back surgery
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of implants used in spinal fusion surgery: 3D-printed cages and titanium-coated cages. The goal is to see which leads to better bone fusion and less disability for patients with herniated discs or degenerative spine disease. About 78 adults undergoin…
Sponsor: Aesculap AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Spine surgery showdown: new titanium cage may fuse bones faster
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of spinal fusion cages used in back surgery: a new titanium cage with a special rough surface and a standard plastic cage. About 100 adults with spine problems like narrowing of the spinal canal or slipped vertebrae will be randomly assigned to recei…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Ohio State University • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:07 UTC
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Spinal fusion cage showdown: which material wins?
Disease control OngoingThis study compares two types of spinal fusion cages—porous titanium and titanium-coated PEEK—in 108 adults undergoing lower back surgery. The goal is to see which cage helps bones fuse better and improves pain and quality of life. Participants were randomly assigned to receive o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Francis Farhadi • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:05 UTC
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Tiny trial tests Human-Derived implant to fuse slipped spine bones
Disease control OngoingThis early study is testing a new implant called NVDX3, made from donated human cells, to help fuse spine bones in adults with a condition called degenerative lumbar spondylolisthesis (a slipped vertebra). Only 5 people are enrolled, and the implant is placed during a single surg…
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Novadip Biosciences • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New neck plate aims to stabilize spine after surgery
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is testing a metal plate (the NuVasive ACP system) used during neck spine surgery to treat conditions like disc disease, stenosis, or fractures. About 75 adults will receive the plate and be followed for up to 24 months to see how safe it is and how well it helps with …
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Spine implant safety under the microscope: 1,050 patients enrolled
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study is tracking 1,050 adults who are getting NuVasive interbody implants during spine surgery for conditions like degenerative disc disease or spinal stenosis. Researchers are monitoring complications, bone fusion, and patient-reported pain relief over 24 months. The goal …
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Spine implant showdown: which material fuses best?
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 300 adults aged 18-80 who need spinal fusion surgery for degenerative disc disease or spondylolisthesis. It compares three types of interbody implants (PEEK, 3D-printed titanium, and another) used with bone graft material. Researchers will track how well the bo…
Sponsor: NuVasive • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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New bone graft material could improve spine surgery outcomes
Disease control ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests a new material called Natural Matrix Protein (NMP) fibers, made from human bone, for spine fusion surgery. It includes 200 adults with degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, or spondylolisthesis who need fusion of up to three vertebrae in the neck or lower b…
Sponsor: Induce Biologics USA Inc. • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New bone graft material could improve spine surgery outcomes
Disease control OngoingThis study is testing a material called Orthoss®, made from granules, to help bones in the spine fuse together after surgery. The trial includes 65 adults with lower back problems like slipped discs or narrowing of the spine canal. Doctors will check if the bones fuse properly an…
Sponsor: Geistlich Pharma AG • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 15:57 UTC
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New study tests drug-free pain relief after back surgery to cut opioid use
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at two different ways to manage pain after lower back surgery without relying on drugs. About 267 adults will be randomly assigned to either standard care or an enriched pain management plan. The goal is to see which approach better reduces pain and helps people …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Dan Rhon • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:38 UTC
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New keyhole spine surgery could offer faster relief for back pain sufferers
Symptom relief OngoingThis study compares a newer, less invasive spine surgery called unilateral biportal endoscopy (UBE) to traditional open surgery for people with a specific type of lower back and leg pain caused by a slipped vertebra and narrowed spinal canal. The goal is to see if the newer techn…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Changhai Hospital • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:06 UTC
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Can herbs and spinal manipulation ease chronic back pain? new study investigates
Symptom relief OngoingThis study looks at whether a combination of herbal medicine and Chuna manual therapy (a Korean spinal manipulation technique) can safely reduce pain and improve walking ability in people with low back pain or sciatica caused by lumbar spinal stenosis or spondylolisthesis. Resear…
Sponsor: Jaseng Medical Foundation • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 08:05 UTC
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Could a baby's birth sac help heal your neck after surgery?
Symptom relief ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study tests if a wrap made from donated birth tissue (amniotic membrane) can reduce swelling after a two-level neck fusion surgery. About 50 adults with neck spine problems will take part. The main goal is to see if the wrap lessens soft tissue swelling one month after surge…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: AlloSource • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:58 UTC
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New study aims to take the guesswork out of spinal fusion healing
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study follows 30 adults aged 45-80 who are having spinal fusion surgery for spondylolisthesis. Researchers will use CT scans to measure changes in the bone graft placed between vertebrae over time. The goal is to develop an objective way to assess whether the bones have fuse…
Sponsor: Rijnstate Hospital • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:01 UTC
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Weekly Check-Ins could boost patient satisfaction for chronic pain
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study looked at whether having more frequent contact with a clinician (at least once a week) improves satisfaction for people with long-lasting musculoskeletal conditions. Participants were split into two groups: one with standard contact and one with extra check-ins via tex…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Texas at Austin • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 13:06 UTC
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Can a special clinic get workers back on the job faster? norway launches massive study.
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study tests whether a Norwegian clinic (NSAC) helps people with common mental health issues or muscle pain return to work sooner. 2500 adults are split into three groups: one gets treatment quickly, one waits 10-14 weeks, and one gets a basic check-up. Researchers will track…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nordlandssykehuset HF • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:30 UTC
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Spine surgery showdown: robot vs. Surgeon's hand
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study compares robot-assisted spine surgery to the traditional method in 300 adults needing spinal fusion. The goal is to see if the robot helps place screws more accurately, reduces complications, and improves patient outcomes. Participants are randomly assigned to either r…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Elsan • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:23 UTC
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Spine surgery showdown: robot vs. human hand – which is safer?
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at three ways surgeons place screws in the spine during surgery: using a robot, using a navigation system, or doing it by hand. The goal is to see which method leads to fewer screws needing to be fixed in a second surgery within the first year. About 932 adults w…
Sponsor: Marc Schröder • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:02 UTC
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Are repeat back surgeries riskier? new study investigates
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at medical records of 3,500 adults who had a type of back surgery called ALIF between 2010 and 2020. The goal is to see if death rates from this surgery have gone down over the years and whether having a second surgery is riskier than the first. Researchers hope …
Sponsor: Methodist Health System • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 11:03 UTC
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Massive PT study mines 4 million records to find what works best
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks back at the medical records of about 4 million people who had physical or occupational therapy for muscle and joint problems. Researchers want to see if different ways of giving therapy lead to different results. No new treatments are tested—the goal is to learn …
Sponsor: ATI Holdings, LLC • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:11 UTC
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Phone app vs. doctor: can a mobile tool catch infections after surgery?
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study aimed to see if a mobile monitoring tool could accurately identify surgical site infections (SSIs) in orthopedic surgery patients, compared to the usual manual review. The study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available. It was design…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Stanford University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 09:08 UTC
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Expert panel may help decide best back surgery
Knowledge-focused OngoingThis study looks at two common surgeries for a back condition called lumbar stenosis with a mild slip (spondylolisthesis). One surgery just removes bone to relieve pressure, the other also fuses bones together. The study also tests whether having a panel of spine experts review X…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Lahey Clinic • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:52 UTC
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Spinal surgery recovery mystery: when does hip strength return?
Knowledge-focused ENROLLING_BY_INVITATIONThis study follows 22 adults undergoing spinal fusion surgery (LLIF or ALIF) to see how long hip and leg weakness lasts. Researchers measure muscle strength before surgery and again at 6 weeks, 12 weeks, and 6 months after. The goal is to give patients a clearer idea of when they…
Sponsor: Rush University Medical Center • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 07:51 UTC
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Spine device study pulled before it began
Knowledge-focused TerminatedThis study was designed to check how well the Arcadius XP L spine fusion device works and if it is safe for people with chronic low-back pain from conditions like degenerative disc disease or instability. The plan was to follow 60 patients for at least one year after surgery. How…
Sponsor: Aesculap AG • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 26, 2026 14:03 UTC