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Tests treatment safety and results for Chronic Lower Back Pain
Official title Efficacy of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) and Phototherapy for Patients With Chronic Lower Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT01765777
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of the research study entitled "Efficacy of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) and Phototherapy for Patients with Chronic Lower Back Pain" is to investigate the hypothesis that combined treatment with both osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) and phototherapy will provide greater pain relief for patients with chronic lower back pain, as compared with standard medical management or either treatment alone.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Age range: 18 - 65 years old
- people with constant or intermittent nonspecific lower back pain for a minimum of three (3) months duration.
You likely can't join if
- Prospective people with a diagnosis of the following potential underlying causes of lower back pain: ankylosing spondylitis, cancer or a history of a...
- Prospective people who have undergone surgery of the lower back in the preceding three (3) months.
- Prospective people who have received worker's compensation in the preceding three (3) months, or are involved in litigation involving concerns of...
- Prospective people who are pregnant.
- Prospective people who have been a patient receiving any osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) treatment at the clinical trial site in the previous...
- Prospective people who have ever been an employee at the clinical trial site.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age range: 18 - 65 years old
- people with constant or intermittent nonspecific lower back pain for a minimum of three (3) months duration.
- Prospective people with a diagnosis of the following potential underlying causes of lower back pain: ankylosing spondylitis, cancer or a history of a histologically demonstrated malignant carcinoma, cauda equine...
- Prospective people who have undergone surgery of the lower back in the preceding three (3) months.
- Prospective people who have received worker's compensation in the preceding three (3) months, or are involved in litigation involving concerns of lower back.
- Prospective people who are pregnant.
- Prospective people who have been a patient receiving any osteopathic manipulative medicine (OMM) treatment at the clinical trial site in the previous three (3) months, or on greater than three (3) occasions in the...
- Prospective people who have ever been an employee at the clinical trial site.
- Prospective people who have received spinal manipulation in the previous three (3) months, or on greater than three (3) occasions in the preceding year.
- Prospective people who are currently involved in a physical therapy rehabilitation program.
- Prospective people who have photosensitivity.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Old Westbury, New York, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
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Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Old Westbury, New York, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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