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Tests treatment safety and results for Lower Back Pain Chronic
Official title Trial to Test the Efficacy of Using Magnetic Fields to Stimulate the Back to Treat Chronic Lower Back Pain.
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07652944
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The goal of this study is to see if a new way to treat back pain without the use of medications is effective. We plan use Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), a wand-like device, to excite the nerves of people with lower back pain to see if we can decrease pain and improve quality of life.
- Time commitment: about 6 months
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 64
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosed with chronic low back pain (greater than or equal to 12 weeks) with or without concurrent neck pain.
- Low back pain in the paraspinal region (L1-S2) by asking the patient to point to their area of pain.
- 18 - 64 years old (on the day of informed consent)
- Willing and able to attend all study visits.
- No medication changes for at least 30 days before study enrollment (self-report)
You likely can't join if
- Diagnosed with low back pain of less than 12 weeks duration
- History of back fractures or surgical repair of the back
- History of depression with vagus nerve stimulation
- Any type of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), or rPMS treatment prior to study enrollment.
- Currently using any other adjunctive treatments for chronic back pain such as low-level laser treatment, ultrasound, dry needling, chiropractor...
- Diagnosed with a specific low back pain: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, phantom limb pain, central pain syndrome, spinal cord damage...
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosed with chronic low back pain (greater than or equal to 12 weeks) with or without concurrent neck pain.
- Low back pain in the paraspinal region (L1-S2) by asking the patient to point to their area of pain.
- 18 - 64 years old (on the day of informed consent)
- Willing and able to attend all study visits.
- No medication changes for at least 30 days before study enrollment (self-report)
- Eligible for care at participating military treatment facilities
- Able to read and understand English.
- Negative pregnancy test for women capable of pregnancy.
- Diagnosed with low back pain of less than 12 weeks duration
- History of back fractures or surgical repair of the back
- History of depression with vagus nerve stimulation
- Any type of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), or rPMS treatment prior to study enrollment.
- Currently using any other adjunctive treatments for chronic back pain such as low-level laser treatment, ultrasound, dry needling, chiropractor manipulations, cervical collars, TENS units, or other stimulation, eastern...
- Diagnosed with a specific low back pain: osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, phantom limb pain, central pain syndrome, spinal cord damage, myofascial pain syndrome, or other more specific diagnosis (at investigators...
- Unstable or poorly controlled mental health diagnosis (e.g., current changes in medication or medical management).
- Dermal or subdermal implants (e.g., aneurysm clips, shunts, stimulators, ferro magnetic implants, stents, or electrodes, or pacemakers) or any other metal object within or near the site of stimulation which cannot be...
- Clinically significant abnormality or clinically significant unstable medical condition that, in the investigator's judgment, might pose a potential safety risk to the subject or limit interpretation of the trial...
- Any condition which, in the judgment of the investigator, would prevent the patient from completing study procedures.
- Pregnancy
- Younger than 18 years old (on the day of informed consent)
- Older than 64 years old (on the day of informed consent)
- NOT willing or able to attend all study visits.
- Medication changes for back pain less than 30 days prior to study enrollment (self-report)
- NOT eligible for care at participating military treatment facilities
- NOT able to read and understand English.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Edwards Air Force Base, 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 study runs about 6 months per participant, based on its public description. The team confirms the exact schedule and number of visits before you enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Edwards Air Force Base, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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