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Tests treatment safety and results for Chronic Low-back Pain (cLBP)
Official title Effectiveness of a Multidisciplinary Treatment for Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06679205
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- PAINDOC is a treatment program that includes 4 disciplines that, separately, have demonstrated their effectiveness in the treatment of chronic low back pain: education in pain neuroscience, therapeutic education (Empowered Relief®), psychotherapy based on cognitive-behavioral therapy and therapeutic exercise. The primary objective of the study is to evaluate the effectiveness of the PAINDOC multidisciplinary treatment program in reducing pain intensity and improving quality of life in persons with chronic low back pain referred to the pain unit of the Hospital Clinic of Barcelona, compared to usual care treatment.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 and older
You may be able to join if
- Patients over 18 years of age.
- Patients with primary chronic low back pain (non-specific chronic low back pain) of axial predominance.
- Experiencing pain at least 50% of the time over the last 6 months.
- Average weekly pain intensity equal or greater than 4 out of 10 on a verbal numerical scale.
- Be agreeable to receiving active, non-pharmacological and non-surgical treatment.
You likely can't join if
- Inflammatory low back pain.
- History of cancer in the last 5 years.
- Unexplained and unintentional weight loss of 10 Kg or more over the preceding 12-month period.
- Lack of control of bowel and bladder function (cauda equina).
- Difficulty in performing the sessions due to severe physical disability.
- Diagnosis of severe mental illness (schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder, etc.).
See the full eligibility criteria
- Patients over 18 years of age.
- Patients with primary chronic low back pain (non-specific chronic low back pain) of axial predominance.
- Experiencing pain at least 50% of the time over the last 6 months.
- Average weekly pain intensity equal or greater than 4 out of 10 on a verbal numerical scale.
- Be agreeable to receiving active, non-pharmacological and non-surgical treatment.
- Inflammatory low back pain.
- History of cancer in the last 5 years.
- Unexplained and unintentional weight loss of 10 Kg or more over the preceding 12-month period.
- Lack of control of bowel and bladder function (cauda equina).
- Difficulty in performing the sessions due to severe physical disability.
- Diagnosis of severe mental illness (schizophrenia, major depression, bipolar disorder, etc.).
- Strong prescription opioid or parenteral medication addiction disorders.
- Technical-logistical problems (inability to attend treatment sessions or inability to fill out assessment questionnaires).
- Problems in understanding the content of the sessions (language barrier, severe hearing loss or severe cognitive impairment).
- Have sought compensation or entered into litigation in the preceding 12-month period.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain
- Barcelona, Spain, Spain
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Barcelona, Barcelona, Spain; Barcelona, Spain, Spain. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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