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Compares treatment options for Chronic Low Back Pain
Official title Virtual Reality-Based Rehabilitation Versus Conventional Therapy in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07463105
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of rehabilitation using virtual reality compared with conventional physiotherapy in patients with chronic low back pain. The study will be conducted as a prospective, randomized controlled trial including 80 patients aged 40-65 years diagnosed with chronic low back pain lasting at least three months.
- 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 40 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosis of chronic low back pain lasting at least 3 months
- Average pain intensity ≥4/10 during the previous week on the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS)
- Age between 40 and 65 years
- Ability to walk independently without assistive devices
- Functional disability related to low back pain defined as Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) ≥15%
You likely can't join if
- Acute low back pain or pain lasting less than 3 months
- Neurological, orthopedic, rheumatological, oncological diseases or active inflammatory conditions that may affect study outcomes
- Cognitive impairment limiting the ability to understand instructions or participate in rehabilitation
- Contraindications to virtual reality training such as severe dizziness, nausea, epilepsy, or severe visual or auditory impairment
- Contraindications to body composition analysis (e.g., implanted cardiac pacemaker or other electronic implants)
- Unstable medical condition or uncontrolled cardiovascular or respiratory disorders preventing participation in rehabilitation
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosis of chronic low back pain lasting at least 3 months
- Average pain intensity ≥4/10 during the previous week on the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS)
- Age between 40 and 65 years
- Ability to walk independently without assistive devices
- Functional disability related to low back pain defined as Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) ≥15%
- No contraindications to participation in a physiotherapy program or virtual reality training
- Ability to understand study procedures and follow instructions
- Written informed consent to participate in the study
- Acute low back pain or pain lasting less than 3 months
- Neurological, orthopedic, rheumatological, oncological diseases or active inflammatory conditions that may affect study outcomes
- Cognitive impairment limiting the ability to understand instructions or participate in rehabilitation
- Contraindications to virtual reality training such as severe dizziness, nausea, epilepsy, or severe visual or auditory impairment
- Contraindications to body composition analysis (e.g., implanted cardiac pacemaker or other electronic implants)
- Unstable medical condition or uncontrolled cardiovascular or respiratory disorders preventing participation in rehabilitation
- Participation in other rehabilitation programs during the study period
- Failure to complete the four-week rehabilitation program
- Lack of written informed consent
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Sanok, Podkarpackie Voivodeship, Poland
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, 40 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Sanok, Podkarpackie Voivodeship, Poland. 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.