Back pain breakthrough? surgery vs. rehab showdown begins!

NCT ID NCT06169488

First seen Mar 24, 2026 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 5 times

Summary

This study compares two treatments for adults aged 20-65 with chronic low back pain lasting at least a year: lumbar fusion surgery versus a multidisciplinary rehab program. The goal is to see which approach better reduces disability and improves daily life. Participants are randomly assigned to one of the two treatments and followed for up to two years.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Akershus University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Lørenskog, Norway

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  • Haukeland University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Hagavik, Norway

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  • Oslo University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Oslo, Norway

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  • St. Olavs Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Trondheim, Norway

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  • Vestre Viken Hospital

    NOT_YET_RECRUITING

    Drammen, Norway

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