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Vibration exposure may harm Veterans' spines – new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07367139

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Milwaukee VA Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at how whole body vibration from military or civilian jobs (like flying helicopters or driving trucks) affects the spine health of 112 veterans aged 20-45. Researchers will use advanced MRI scans to see changes in the discs and bones of the spine, both right after vibration and over time. The goal is to understand these effects so better prevention and treatment can be developed.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 112 people

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Expected to start

Jul 2026

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Expected to finish

Jun 2030

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Lead sponsor

A government agency

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Who can take part

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Ages

20 to 45 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * English speaking; Male/Female Veterans age 20-45 years; BMI \< 30; ability to sit upright for 60 mins; ability to drive to Deerfield, IL; ambulatory Exclusion Criteria: * Previous spinal surgery; conditions/diseases associated with altered pain perception including neurological diseases (e.g., multiple sclerosis, trigeminal neuralgia, central sensitization), major psychiatric disorders, diabetes, neoplasm and cardiovascular disorders, chronic widespread pain diagnosis, pregnant women, MRI contraindications.

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Conditions

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disease spondylosis

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Spine degeneration Spine health Spine injuries and disorders Whole body vibration

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Zablocki Veterans Affairs Medical Center

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53295, United States

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