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New treatment option for Acute Low-back Pain
Official title The Effect of Integrating Pain Neuroscience Education(PNE) With Conventional Physiotherapy on Pain and Functional Disability in Patients With Acute Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07277517
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Acute low back pain is one of the most common health problems in the world. Most people experience it at least once in their lives, and although many cases improve within a few weeks, a significant number of patients continue to struggle with pain, fear of movement, stress, and reduced daily function.
- 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
- Adults aged 18 years and older.
- A primary complaint of acute low back pain (defined as pain between the bottom of the ribs and the gluteal fold), with or without leg pain.
- Pain duration of less than 6 weeks.
- Absence of any "red flags" for serious spinal pathology (e.g., tumor, infection, fracture, cauda equina syndrome), as confirmed by an orthopedist or...
You likely can't join if
- Low back pain lasting more than 3 months (chronic low back pain).
- History of spinal surgery within the past 3 years.
- Inability to read or understand Persian.
- Diagnosed cognitive impairments.
- Unwillingness to continue the treatment or study protocol.
- Diagnosed rheumatic, neurological, cardiac, metabolic, or respiratory diseases.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adults aged 18 years and older.
- A primary complaint of acute low back pain (defined as pain between the bottom of the ribs and the gluteal fold), with or without leg pain.
- Pain duration of less than 6 weeks.
- Absence of any "red flags" for serious spinal pathology (e.g., tumor, infection, fracture, cauda equina syndrome), as confirmed by an orthopedist or neurologist.
- Low back pain lasting more than 3 months (chronic low back pain).
- History of spinal surgery within the past 3 years.
- Inability to read or understand Persian.
- Diagnosed cognitive impairments.
- Unwillingness to continue the treatment or study protocol.
- Diagnosed rheumatic, neurological, cardiac, metabolic, or respiratory diseases.
- Diagnosis of fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, loss of skin sensation, or skin inflammation/swelling in the low back area.
- Presence or emergence of any "red flag" condition.
- Missing more than 3 consecutive treatment sessions.
- Previous participation in Pain Neuroscience Education sessions.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Tehran, Iran
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 Tehran, Iran. 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.