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New treatment option for Chronic Low Back Pain (CLBP)
Official title How Osteopathic Treatment Affects the Leg and Foot in People With Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07193212
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This pilot study will examine whether osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) can improve both physical and psychological aspects of chronic low back pain by focusing on the interconnected myofascial system of the back, legs, and feet. Twenty adults with chronic low back pain will receive four OMT sessions over 5-7 weeks.
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 65
You may be able to join if
- male and female people 18-65 years old
- presence of chronic low back \> 3 months duration or pain present \> 50% of the time within the previous 12 months
You likely can't join if
- prior surgery of the thoracic, lumbar or sacral spine, pelvis
- diagnosis lumbar radiculopathy or pinched nerve in the neck
- diagnosis of foot condition that alters gait
- diagnosis of connective tissue or muscle disorders
- diagnosis of cancer
- previous spinal cord injury inflammatory arthritis and fibromyalgia
See the full eligibility criteria
- male and female people 18-65 years old
- presence of chronic low back \> 3 months duration or pain present \> 50% of the time within the previous 12 months
- prior surgery of the thoracic, lumbar or sacral spine, pelvis
- diagnosis lumbar radiculopathy or pinched nerve in the neck
- diagnosis of foot condition that alters gait
- diagnosis of connective tissue or muscle disorders
- diagnosis of cancer
- previous spinal cord injury inflammatory arthritis and fibromyalgia
- pregnancy
- tobacco use
- known diabetes or prediabetes
- allergy to ultrasound gel (propylene glycol)
- history of manual therapy treatment within the past 2 weeks
- injection for pain within the past 1 month
- currently taking muscle relaxers
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Auburn, Alabama, 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 to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Auburn, Alabama, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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