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Tests treatment safety and results for Chronic Low Back Pain
Official title Sequential and Comparative Evaluation of Pain Treatment Effectiveness Response
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04142177
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- VETERANS ONLY. Chronic low back pain (cLBP) is common.
- 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 and older
You may be able to join if
- To be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all the following criteria:
- Low back pain
- present for at least 6 months,
- present most days or everyday,
- interferes the most with activities considering all of the places where the patient experiences pain;
You likely can't join if
- An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:
- Currently enrolled in any other treatment study unless exempted by CSP;
- Acute or chronic illness that would prevent the Veteran from receiving study treatments offered (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, recent myocardial...
- Neurological impairment related to disease of the spine or other causes preventing participation in any of the treatment modalities under study;
- Current or recent (last 3 months) treatment involving Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Spinal manipulation therapy, or Yoga;
- Current severe alcohol or substance abuse use disorder;
See the full eligibility criteria
- To be eligible to participate in this study, an individual must meet all the following criteria:
- Low back pain
- present for at least 6 months,
- present most days or everyday,
- interferes the most with activities considering all of the places where the patient experiences pain;
- Pain, Enjoyment, General Activity (PEG) score of 4 or greater;
- Veteran age 18 years or older, either sex, any racial or ethnic background;
- Able to comprehend and willing to sign the study informed consent form;
- Able and willing to attend in-person treatment sessions;
- Anticipate continuing care at the enrolling VA for the period of the study;
- Stable access to the internet at home, work, or other location (e.g. mobile phone), and an email address.
- An individual who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study:
- Currently enrolled in any other treatment study unless exempted by CSP;
- Acute or chronic illness that would prevent the Veteran from receiving study treatments offered (e.g., uncontrolled hypertension, recent myocardial infarction within the last 6 months, unstable angina, acute congestive...
- Neurological impairment related to disease of the spine or other causes preventing participation in any of the treatment modalities under study;
- Current or recent (last 3 months) treatment involving Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Spinal manipulation therapy, or Yoga;
- Current severe alcohol or substance abuse use disorder;
- Severe psychiatric illness (e.g. current psychosis, current suicidal ideation, or psychiatric illness requiring hospitalization within the last 6 months);
- Back surgery within the last 6 months, or undergoing evaluation for back surgery or planned back surgery;
- Cognitive or severe hearing or visual impairment preventing participation in treatment options or outcome measure assessments;
- Pregnancy
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Phoenix, Arizona, United States
- Loma Linda, California, United States
- Long Beach, California, United States
- Palo Alto, California, United States
- Aurora, Colorado, United States
- Bay Pines, Florida, United States
- Orlando, Florida, United States
- Decatur, Georgia, United States
- Indianapolis, Indiana, United States
- Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- Boston, Massachusetts, United States
- St Louis, Missouri, United States
- North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
- Asheville, North Carolina, United States
- Portland, Oregon, United States
- San Antonio, Texas, United States
- Salt Lake City, Utah, United States
- Hampton, Virginia, United States
- Richmond, Virginia, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or compensation may be offered.
Compensation mentioned.
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Phoenix, Arizona, United States; Loma Linda, California, United States; Long Beach, California, United States; Palo Alto, California, United States; Aurora, Colorado, United States; Bay Pines, Florida, United States and 13 more location(s). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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