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New treatment option for Low Back Pain, Recurrent
Official title Hyperventilation in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04074798
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Low back pain (LBP) is the leading cause of disability worldwide. Impaired postural control is a key factor in the development and maintenance of LBP.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 20 to 60. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Patients:
- Chronic primary low back pain (\>12 weeks) as diagnosed by a medical doctor Healthy controls:
- No low back pain
You likely can't join if
- Insufficient understanding of Dutch language
- Previous spinal surgery
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease, Interstitial Lung Disease, pulmonary vascular disease, asthma except for exertional asthma
- Acute cardiovascular or gastrointestinal disorders
- Neuromuscular disease interfering with normal lower limb or trunk functioning
- Acute pain or secondary chronic pain
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients:
- Chronic primary low back pain (\>12 weeks) as diagnosed by a medical doctor Healthy controls:
- No low back pain
- Insufficient understanding of Dutch language
- Previous spinal surgery
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease, Interstitial Lung Disease, pulmonary vascular disease, asthma except for exertional asthma
- Acute cardiovascular or gastrointestinal disorders
- Neuromuscular disease interfering with normal lower limb or trunk functioning
- Acute pain or secondary chronic pain
- Pregnant and lactating women
- Major psychiatric conditions
- Acute lower limb problems
- Vestibular disorders
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Hasselt, Belgium
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
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, 20 years to 60 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Hasselt, Belgium. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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