CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN

This study looks at three types of physical therapy for people with long-term low back pain: active exercises in water, gentle assisted movements in water, and standard land-based exercises. The goal is to see which approach best reduces pain and helps with daily activities. Twel…

This study tests a new, non-drug treatment for veterans with chronic low back pain. It combines a type of brain stimulation called iTBS with yoga classes. The goal is to see if this combination can reduce pain, improve daily function, and cut down on painkiller use. About 213 vet…

This study tests a special type of acupuncture called thread-embedding acupuncture for people with long-term low back pain. Tiny absorbable threads are placed at specific points on the back to provide ongoing stimulation. The goal is to see if it reduces disability and improves f…

This study tests whether adding connective tissue massage to exercise helps people with chronic low back pain more than a fake massage. Forty adults aged 18-65 with back pain for at least six months will receive either real or sham massage twice a week for eight weeks. Researcher…

This study tests two natural brain molecules as safe, non-addictive pain treatments for 108 veterans with chronic low back pain. Participants will receive the study drug or placebo, and pain levels will be tracked over time. The goal is to find effective pain relief without the r…

This study looks at whether doing Pilates and resistance training can reduce pain, improve daily function, and help people with long-term low back pain sleep better. About 110 adults with chronic low back pain and poor sleep will be split into three groups: one doing Pilates plus…

This study looks at whether a program that combines structured exercise with extra daily physical activity can help older adults (60+) with chronic low back pain feel better physically and mentally. 100 participants will be split into three groups: exercise plus daily activity, e…

This study tests whether a personalized digital coaching program can help people with chronic low back pain do more of their daily activities. About 330 adults with long-term back pain will either get the coaching or continue their usual care. The goal is to see if automated, tai…

This study looks at whether adding pain neuroscience education (teaching people how pain works) to standard back exercises can reduce disability and fear of movement in adults with chronic low back pain. Forty participants in Gaza will be split into two groups: one doing only exe…

This study tests whether cognitive functional therapy (CFT) can reduce disability in people with chronic low back pain after spinal surgery. 90 adults aged 18-75 who had surgery at least 3 months ago and still have pain will be randomly assigned to CFT or a sham treatment. The go…

This study tests a medical device called Neurolumen for people with chronic lower back pain. About 50 adults with pain lasting over 3 months will use the device to see if it reduces pain and the need for painkillers. The goal is to find a drug-free way to manage long-term back pa…

This study looks at whether a virtual reality (VR) version of a common mobility test, the Timed Up and Go (TUG), works well for people with chronic low back pain. About 65 adults aged 18 to 55 will do both the standard TUG test and a VR version while wearing a headset. Researcher…

This study looks at how leisure activities like hobbies or social outings impact the quality of life of 148 adults with chronic low back pain. Participants will fill out questionnaires about their pain, daily function, and leisure habits. The goal is to see if more active leisure…