Chronic Low-back Pain study: TSpinalStim
Official title Transcutaneous Spinal Cord Stimulation for Chronic Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT05265000
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether transcutaneous spinal cord stimulation can reduce pain and improve movement in people with chronic low back pain.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have chronic low back pain that has not improved with other treatments.
- What's involved
- You will receive a small, external device that sends gentle electrical pulses to your lower back. You will also do a few simple movement tests and give feedback about your pain.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about one year, with regular visits and check‑ins to track your pain and movement.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 85. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- Low back pain
- Able to get in and out of chair unassisted
- No changes in medication within 2 weeks of study enrollment
- Stable dose of their medications within 2 weeks of study enrollment
You likely can't join if
- Body Mass Index (BMI) \> 28
- Hardware in the spine from prior surgeries
- Presence of epidural stimulation leads
- Presence of any additional neuromuscular pain unrelated to spinal condition
- Intolerance to any form of electrical stimulation, such as neuromuscular stimulation in the past
- Lack of perceived endurance to go through multiple experimental assessments in one day/complete the study which may take up to 3 hours
See the full eligibility criteria
- Low back pain
- Able to get in and out of chair unassisted
- No changes in medication within 2 weeks of study enrollment
- Stable dose of their medications within 2 weeks of study enrollment
- Body Mass Index (BMI) \> 28
- Hardware in the spine from prior surgeries
- Presence of epidural stimulation leads
- Presence of any additional neuromuscular pain unrelated to spinal condition
- Intolerance to any form of electrical stimulation, such as neuromuscular stimulation in the past
- Lack of perceived endurance to go through multiple experimental assessments in one day/complete the study which may take up to 3 hours
- Changes in medications within 2 weeks of study enrollment
- Moderate/severe depression (Beck Depression Inventory score \> 20)
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- San Francisco, California, United States
Compensation & support
A stipend or payment for your time may be offered.
No amount is published here because ClinicalTrials.gov has no reliable field for payment or travel support. Ask the study team what's actually covered (payment for your time, travel, parking, or other study costs), and never join a trial for the compensation alone.
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, so 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, but 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, 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 San Francisco, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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