Could a Physio-First model ease your back pain?
NCT ID NCT04287413
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether a new physiotherapist-led primary care model can improve outcomes for people with low back pain. Over 1,500 adults in Canada will receive either this new model or usual care. The approach includes a thorough assessment, brief advice and exercises, and help navigating health services. Researchers will measure pain, disability, quality of life, and satisfaction.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Physiotherapist-led primary care model (assessment, brief intervention, and health services navigation)
What this could lead to
If successful, this model could provide a more effective and accessible way to manage low back pain in primary care, reducing disability and improving quality of life.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral intervention study, not a drug trial, so results may vary by clinic and patient. The outcomes rely on self-report, and the model may not work equally well for all types of back pain.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Interior Health
Kelowna, British Columbia, V1Y 0C5, Canada
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Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario, K7L 3N6, Canada