New study reveals best treatment paths for chronic back pain sufferers
NCT ID NCT03859713
First seen Mar 14, 2026 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study tested different treatment plans for people with long-term low back pain. Over 700 adults were first given either physical therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy. Those who didn't improve were then switched to the other therapy or mindfulness. The goal was to see which sequence of treatments helped patients feel better and function more in daily life.
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Locations
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Intermountain Health Care
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84107, United States
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Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland, 21287, United States
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The University of Utah Healthcare System
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States
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