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Tests treatment safety and results for Low Back Pain
Official title Effectiveness of Dry Needling in Patients With Chronic Nonspecific Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05100381
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Low back pain is a major health problem that affects psychosocial, economical, functional and physical aspects of the patients' life. The aim of this study will be to investigate the effectiveness of dry needling on pain, functional disability, postural control and pain pressure threshold in patients with chronic nonspecific low back pain using a randomized controlled trial design.
- 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 45
You may be able to join if
- Patients age between 18 to 45 years.
- Moderate pain at rest (between 30 and 60 in NPRS).
- Patients with trigger points in the lumbar multifidus muscle.
- Patients have the ability to speak and read Persian.
You likely can't join if
- Currently taking anticoagulant medications
- Specific low back pain (Neurogenic low back pain, Spinal stenosis, cauda equina syndrome, spondylolisthesis, and Presence of any signs or symptoms of...
- Prior surgery to the lumbosacral spine
- Inability to obtain prone lying
- Severe malalignments in the cervical, thoracic, lumbar or pelvic region and the lower limbs
- History of uncorrected vision impairment, vestibular, hearing or cognitive impairments
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients age between 18 to 45 years.
- Moderate pain at rest (between 30 and 60 in NPRS).
- Patients with trigger points in the lumbar multifidus muscle.
- Patients have the ability to speak and read Persian.
- Currently taking anticoagulant medications
- Specific low back pain (Neurogenic low back pain, Spinal stenosis, cauda equina syndrome, spondylolisthesis, and Presence of any signs or symptoms of non-musculoskeletal pathology e.g. cancer, infection and fracture in...
- Prior surgery to the lumbosacral spine
- Inability to obtain prone lying
- Severe malalignments in the cervical, thoracic, lumbar or pelvic region and the lower limbs
- History of uncorrected vision impairment, vestibular, hearing or cognitive impairments
- Leg length discrepancy which disturbs balance
- Systemic diseases, such as diabetes, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, degenerative diseases and other rheumatoid diseases
- Needle phobia
- Sacroiliac pain as identified with six clinical tests: compression, distraction, sacral thrust, thigh thrust, Gaenslen's and FABER's
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran
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, 18 years to 45 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Tehran, Tehran Province, Iran. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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