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New treatment option for Low Back Pain
Official title Lumbar Brace Deployment in the Emergency Department for Benign Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03829631
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Low back pain accounts for billions of dollars in health care expenditures. Most cases of back pain do not have a clear cause.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
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
- Aged between 18 and 65 years
- Ambulatory
- Able to read and understand English
- Living in Edmonton
- Presenting to an emergency department
You likely can't join if
- Back pain due to systemic or specific disease such as known cancer, spinal infection, fracture, or ankylosing spondylitis
- Pregnancy
- Significant compression of the spinal cord/nerves
- Previous back surgery
- On-going workers' compensation or litigation cases
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Perth, Australia
Compensation & support
Compensation likely.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
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 Perth, Australia. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.