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New treatment option for Chronic Pain
Official title Virtual Reality Treatment for Adults With Chronic Back Pain (VRNT)
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07033195
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Participants with chronic back pain will complete an online Qualtrics eligibility survey. After signing a consent form, eligible participants enter a two-week baseline period ("Baseline Period"), during which they complete two assessments of the Primary and Secondary Outcome Measures and Potential Mediators.
- 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 85
You may be able to join if
- Men and women aged 18 to 85.
- Self-reported diagnosis of chronic low back pain without radicular symptoms.
- Chronic low back pain duration of 6 months or more, and pain at least half the days in the last 6 months.
- Lower back pain as primary chronic pain complaint (greater than pain in other bodily regions).
- Average pain intensity of 4 or more out of 10 for the past week (from BPI-SF).
You likely can't join if
- Applicants, who are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
- Back pain associated with compensation / litigation within 1 year.
- Leg pain greater than back pain (suggests neuropathic pain; may be less responsive to psychological therapy).
- Chronic pain other than chronic back pain.
- Diagnoses of schizophrenia, multiple personality dissociative identity disorder.
- History of major depressive disorder not controlled with medication or other conditions that produce significant cognitive or emotional disability.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Men and women aged 18 to 85.
- Self-reported diagnosis of chronic low back pain without radicular symptoms.
- Chronic low back pain duration of 6 months or more, and pain at least half the days in the last 6 months.
- Lower back pain as primary chronic pain complaint (greater than pain in other bodily regions).
- Average pain intensity of 4 or more out of 10 for the past week (from BPI-SF).
- English fluency (8th grade level).
- Willing to comply with study procedures/restrictions.
- Access to Wi-Fi.
- Implicit de facto internet and computer literacy.
- Applicants, who are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
- Back pain associated with compensation / litigation within 1 year.
- Leg pain greater than back pain (suggests neuropathic pain; may be less responsive to psychological therapy).
- Chronic pain other than chronic back pain.
- Diagnoses of schizophrenia, multiple personality dissociative identity disorder.
- History of major depressive disorder not controlled with medication or other conditions that produce significant cognitive or emotional disability.
- History of substance abuse.
- Inability to undergo MRI (determined at screening; see XVI: Risks to Participants).
- Any clinically significant unstable medical abnormality or acute or chronic disease of cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, respiratory (e.g., chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), hepatic, or renal systems; including...
- History of seizure disorder, epilepsy, convulsions, or increased intracranial pressure anytime except pediatric febrile seizures.
- History of vertigo, dizziness, susceptibility to motion sickness
- History of head injury within 6 months,
- Unexplained, unintended weight loss of 'â 20 lbs in past year. Self-reported history of (digital) eye strain or computer vision syndrome. Unable or unwilling to meet study attendance requirements. MRI contraindications...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Boulder, Colorado, United States
Compensation & support
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 to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Boulder, Colorado, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.