Clinical trial for Low Back Pain
Official title Is Conditioned Pain Modulation Predictive of Clinical Improvement in Patients With Chronic Low Back Pain?
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06544525
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study wants to see whether a standard physical therapy program can improve the body’s natural pain‑blocking ability and if that improvement predicts better pain relief.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have chronic low back pain and can attend therapy sessions.
- What's involved
- Participants will receive a typical physical therapy plan and will have pain‑control tests before and after the program. They may also have routine visits and assessments during the study.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts several weeks, with multiple therapy sessions and pain‑control tests scheduled throughout the program.
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
- DEERS eligible
- English speaking
- Age 18-64 years
- ODI baseline ≥25%
- NPRS baseline ≥3/10
You likely can't join if
- Serious spinal pathology (acute fracture, active cancer, inflammation, inflammatory arthropathy)
- Low back pain symptoms radiating below the knee
- Pregnancy
- Diagnosed neurological disease including traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, chronic regional pain syndrome, and fibromyalgia.
- History spinal surgery
- Currently under litigation related to low back pain
See the full eligibility criteria
- DEERS eligible
- English speaking
- Age 18-64 years
- ODI baseline ≥25%
- NPRS baseline ≥3/10
- Low back pain symptoms greater than 3 months
- Must be able to commit to at least six weeks of physical therapy interventions
- Serious spinal pathology (acute fracture, active cancer, inflammation, inflammatory arthropathy)
- Low back pain symptoms radiating below the knee
- Pregnancy
- Diagnosed neurological disease including traumatic brain injury, multiple sclerosis, chronic regional pain syndrome, and fibromyalgia.
- History spinal surgery
- Currently under litigation related to low back pain
- Currently going through Medical Evaluation Board (MEB)
- Retiring or separating from the military within a year
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Fort Sam Houston, Texas, 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, 18 years to 64 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Fort Sam Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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