Could a simple blood injection ease your back pain?
NCT ID NCT03712527
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether a single injection of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) into the spinal disc could reduce pain and improve function in people with chronic low back pain caused by active discopathy. 126 adults aged 18 to 60 with at least 3 months of pain received either PRP or a placebo (saline) injection. The main goal was to see if at least 30% more people in the PRP group reported meaningful improvement after 3 months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
platelet-rich plasma (PRP)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new, non-surgical option to ease pain and improve function for people with chronic low back pain from active discopathy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 126 participants. The treatment may not work better than a placebo, and results may not apply to everyone with back pain.
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Locations
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APHP Cochin
Paris, France
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CHU Bordeaux
Bordeaux, France
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CHU Nice
Nice, France
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CHU Nîmes
Nîmes, France
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CHU Toulouse
Toulouse, France
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Univesity Hospital od Montpellier
Montpellier, 34295, France