800-Person study aims to uncover hidden clues in chronic back pain
NCT ID NCT04883476
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This completed study enrolled 800 adults with chronic neck or low back pain to identify new biological and imaging markers. Researchers used X-rays, MRIs, and questionnaires to track pain and spine changes over time. The goal is to better understand how acute pain becomes chronic and improve future diagnosis and treatment.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could lead to better ways to predict, diagnose, and manage chronic neck and back pain.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not directly change patient care, and findings may not apply to all pain types.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Queen Mary Hospital
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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