Intervertebral Disc Degeneration study: EOS imaging
Official title Open Access Database of Standing Full Body Radiographs in Asymptomatic Volunteers
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT03076658
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study aims to learn how the skeleton normally changes as people get older by taking detailed x‑ray images every ten years.
- Who it's for
- Healthy volunteers, 25 men and 25 women in each ten‑year age group.
- What's involved
- Participants will have one whole‑body low‑dose x‑ray (EOS) to capture their skeletal structure.
- Time commitment
- A single visit for the x‑ray scan.
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Who can take part
Ages 21 to 85. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Males and females age 21-85 without a history of spine surgery.
You likely can't join if
- History of spine or neural axis surgery
- History of cancer with or without metastatic disease
- Connective tissue, rheumatologic (or other inflammatory arthropathies), or neurologic disorders
- History of knee replacement surgery, as these may have contractures causing unexpected changes in alignment
- Severe osteoarthritis of the hips/knees/ankles
- Spondylitis
See the full eligibility criteria
- Males and females age 21-85 without a history of spine surgery.
- History of spine or neural axis surgery
- History of cancer with or without metastatic disease
- Connective tissue, rheumatologic (or other inflammatory arthropathies), or neurologic disorders
- History of knee replacement surgery, as these may have contractures causing unexpected changes in alignment
- Severe osteoarthritis of the hips/knees/ankles
- Spondylitis
- Compression fractures or other trauma of the spinal column
- Previous trauma/fractures of the pelvis whether or not surgery was required
- Previous trauma or fractures of the lower extremities requiring surgery
- Pregnant women
- BMI \>37
- Oswestry Disability Index score \>25
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Aurora, Colorado, 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?
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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, 21 years to 85 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Aurora, Colorado, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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