Can motion sensors reveal hidden recovery in back pain?

NCT ID NCT07327554

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University Hospital, Montpellier Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study uses small body-worn sensors to measure how smoothly people with chronic low back pain move their spine during bending and twisting. Researchers want to see if movement fluidity improves after a 10-day rehab program and if it relates to how much disability people report. The goal is to find a better way to track recovery beyond just pain or range of motion.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to a new way to measure recovery in low back pain using movement smoothness, helping doctors tailor rehabilitation.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 25 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It is measuring movement, not testing a treatment, so it won't directly improve pain or function.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Fasciculation Low Back Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

LOW BACK PAIN

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Locations

University Hospital of Montpellier
RECRUITING

Montpellier, France

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