Spinal Fusion study: Laser Diode Brace
Official title Photobiomodulation for Lower Back Pain Post Spinal Fusion and Decompression Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06282770
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study will see if a brace with laser diodes reduces pain, inflammation, and helps wound healing compared with a standard brace.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have had spinal fusion and decompression surgery and are experiencing chronic lower back pain.
- What's involved
- Participants will wear either a laser‑diode brace or a normal brace and will have regular check‑ups to assess pain, inflammation and wound healing.
You might receive a placebo (an inactive treatment) instead of the study drug.
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Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Subject will have undergone minimally invasive spinal fusion surgery or spinal decompression surgery in their lower back L1-S1.
- Have low back pain of \>3 months and a pain threshold of \> 4 (as described by the the subject), age \> 18 years, and English speaking to eliminate...
- Subject must have had surgery at minimum to 1 year prior to start of study and no more than 5 years prior to start to study
You likely can't join if
- Patients with tumors
- Current infection
- Drug misuse history
- Skin conditions preclude the use of laser belt
- Severe spondylolisthesis, spondylolysis, spinal stenosis, ankylosing spondylitis
- Previous low back surgery exceeding 5 years to initial start date.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Los Angeles, 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.
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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, 18 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Los Angeles, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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