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New treatment option for Low Back Pain, Chronic
Official title A Combined Exercise Programme Involving Strengthening, Flexibility and Aerobic Exercise for Lower Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06921694
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This randomised controlled trial will evaluate the effectiveness of different exercise modalities for individuals with low back pain. Participants will be allocated to one of three groups: a control arm (usual exercise), a running-based intervention, or a swimming/cycling-based intervention.
- 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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Aged 18-45 years
- Participant is willing and able to give informed consent for participation in the study
- Suffering from chronic NSLBP (more than 3 months, localised below the costal margin and above the gluteal folds)
- Suffers from pain or functional limitations as a result of their LBP (minimum VAS (back) score of 3/10 or ODI score of at least 5/50 or RMD score of...
- Able to exercise
You likely can't join if
- Radiating pain to leg / sciatica / acute radiculopathy
- Specific diagnosis/condition for LBP (e.g. herniated disk, degenerative disk disease, spondylolysis, spinal stenosis, spinal tumour, facet joint...
- History of osteoporosis , arthritis, scoliosis, or kyphosis.
- Current spinal infection, cancer or a current fracture (any bone).
- History of spinal/back surgery
- Unable to participate in physical activity and exercise
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged 18-45 years
- Participant is willing and able to give informed consent for participation in the study
- Suffering from chronic NSLBP (more than 3 months, localised below the costal margin and above the gluteal folds)
- Suffers from pain or functional limitations as a result of their LBP (minimum VAS (back) score of 3/10 or ODI score of at least 5/50 or RMD score of at least 5/24 (note, unlike ODI, RMD does not describe specific cuts...
- Able to exercise
- Radiating pain to leg / sciatica / acute radiculopathy
- Specific diagnosis/condition for LBP (e.g. herniated disk, degenerative disk disease, spondylolysis, spinal stenosis, spinal tumour, facet joint damage)
- History of osteoporosis , arthritis, scoliosis, or kyphosis.
- Current spinal infection, cancer or a current fracture (any bone).
- History of spinal/back surgery
- Unable to participate in physical activity and exercise
- Pregnant or breast feeding
- History of substance abuse
- History of psychiatric illness (eg. depression, dementia, schizophrenia) for which currently taking medication
- History or current neurological condition (e.g. epilepsy)
- Not in possession or have access to adapted equipment (phone, computer, functioning WIFI)
- Unable to understand and communicate in English
- Having taken part in a research study in the last 3 months involving invasive procedures or an inconvenience allowance
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Nottingham, Notts, United Kingdom
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. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Nottingham, Notts, United Kingdom. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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