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New treatment option for Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)
Official title Imaging Metabolic and Perfusion Changes in Acupuncture Therapy for Myofascial Pain Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07494162
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study will evaluate the clinical and biological effects of acupuncture for chronic low back pain associated with myofascial pain syndrome (MPS). In this randomized, participant- and assessor-blinded clinical trial, 64 adults with chronic low back pain due to MPS will be assigned to receive either true acupuncture or sham acupuncture for eight weeks.
- 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
- Ability to understand the purposes and risks of the trial and willingness to sign an informed consent form
- Willingness and ability to comply with all protocol required procedures
- Willingness to be assigned by chance to receive either true acupuncture or sham acupuncture
- Current self-report of chronic low back pain (cLBP) which has persisted for the past 3 months AND has resulted in pain on \> 50% of days in the past...
- At least one palpable nodule or taut band in paraspinal, quadratus lumborum, or gluteal muscles
You likely can't join if
- No Primary Care Physician
- History of spine infection (discitis or osteomyelitis) or spine tumor
- History of ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, polymyalgia rheumatica, psoriatic arthritis, or lupus
- Confounding conditions that are known to be responsible for inducing pain
- Implants at or in the region of the sites of interest
- Diagnosis of any vertebral fracture in the last 6 months
See the full eligibility criteria
- Ability to understand the purposes and risks of the trial and willingness to sign an informed consent form
- Willingness and ability to comply with all protocol required procedures
- Willingness to be assigned by chance to receive either true acupuncture or sham acupuncture
- Current self-report of chronic low back pain (cLBP) which has persisted for the past 3 months AND has resulted in pain on \> 50% of days in the past 6 months
- At least one palpable nodule or taut band in paraspinal, quadratus lumborum, or gluteal muscles
- Reproduction of the patient's dominant pain with palpation of a muscle nodule or taut band
- Predominantly paramedian pain (may be uni-lateral or bi-lateral)
- Willing and able to lay motionless in a supine position at least twice, preferably thrice: 70-minute TB-PET/CT scan
- Willing and able to fast for at least 6 hours before and for the duration of the TB-PET/CT scan
- Willing to avoid strenuous exercise for 24 hours before the TB-PET/CT scan visit
- Willingness to practice effective contraception during the study.
- No Primary Care Physician
- History of spine infection (discitis or osteomyelitis) or spine tumor
- History of ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis, polymyalgia rheumatica, psoriatic arthritis, or lupus
- Confounding conditions that are known to be responsible for inducing pain
- Implants at or in the region of the sites of interest
- Diagnosis of any vertebral fracture in the last 6 months
- Cauda equina syndrome or lumbar radiculopathy with functional motor deficit (strength\<4/5 on manual motor testing)
- Spinal implants (including fixation hardware, spinal cord stimulator, intra-thecal pumps, that are present in the region of the sites of interest)
- Predominantly central pain
- Pain below the knee
- Positive straight leg raise test
- Symptomatic hip arthritis
- Uncontrolled claustrophobia
- Pregnant or lactating participants
- Body weight more than 225 kg (496 pounds) due to the weight limitation of the scanner bed
- Prisoners
- Inability to speak, read, and write in the English language
- Concurrent or prior enrollment in a separate research study involving a PET scan performed within the last 12 months for research purposes only. That is, PET scans are not performed as part of a patient's treatment plan...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Sacramento, California, 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 and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Sacramento, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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