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New treatment option for Low Back Pain
Official title AuriculoTherapy NeuroImaging
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06825390
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This is a clinical study of patients who have low back pain (for at least 6 months). The goal is to understand, with brain imaging, how auriculotherapy (an acupuncture-like stimulation of the ear) may work to relieve pain.
- 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
- Adult, at least 18 years old
- Episodes of chronic low back pain at least daily for at least 6 months, with an average pain score within the last week of 3/10.
You likely can't join if
- active lesions, skin disruptions, or neuropathy of either ear;
- recent (\<1 month) analgesic procedures or surgery;
- recent (\<1 month) start of new analgesic or psychoactive medication (including marijuana, opioids, tramadol, methadone, gabapentinoids...
- history of chronic pain in shoulder or thumb (to avoid confounding at control stimulation points);
- recent (\< 3 months) illicit drug use;
- prior substance misuse/abuse;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adult, at least 18 years old
- Episodes of chronic low back pain at least daily for at least 6 months, with an average pain score within the last week of 3/10.
- active lesions, skin disruptions, or neuropathy of either ear;
- recent (\<1 month) analgesic procedures or surgery;
- recent (\<1 month) start of new analgesic or psychoactive medication (including marijuana, opioids, tramadol, methadone, gabapentinoids, anti-depressants, anti-epileptics, mood-stabilizers, anti-psychotics, or...
- history of chronic pain in shoulder or thumb (to avoid confounding at control stimulation points);
- recent (\< 3 months) illicit drug use;
- prior substance misuse/abuse;
- cold-activated diseases (including: agammaglobulinemia, cold urticaria, cold agglutinin disease, cryofibrinogenemia, cryoglobulinemia, immunosuppression, Raynaud's disease, collagen or autoimmune diseases, multiple...
- Pregnancy or active attempts at conception;
- Implanted metal or electronic device;
- severe claustrophobia
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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