Chiropractic care may offer a path to lower opioid use for back pain sufferers

NCT ID NCT06160947

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether adding chiropractic care to regular medical care can help adults with long-term back or neck pain reduce their use of prescription opioids. Researchers will enroll 24 patients from four community health centers in Canada to see if a larger study is possible. The goal is to find safer ways to manage pain without relying on strong painkillers.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Back Pain

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

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  • McMaster University

    Hamilton, Ontario, L8S 4K1, Canada

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