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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McMaster University
Hamilton, Ontario, L8S 4K1, Canada
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