Trial studying safety and effects for Non-specific Low Back Pain
Official title Effectiveness of Motorised Lumbar Support for Non-specific Low Back Pain
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07366827
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The study compares how well a motorized lumbar support reduces pain and improves daily function compared to a regular semi‑rigid support.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have non‑specific low back pain and are not currently using a lumbar support
- What's involved
- Participants will wear either the motorized or standard brace and record daily pain and function. They will also have assessments at the start, 3 weeks, and 9 weeks after starting the brace.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts 9 weeks, with daily pain logs and visits at baseline, 3 weeks, and 9 weeks for follow‑up assessments.
This is a blinded study.
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 65
You may be able to join if
- Adults between 18 and 65 years old with non-specific low back pain.
- Average pain level of ≥3 out of 10 during the previous week.
- Pain-related disability ≥10% at ODI.
- Pain relief must be present during manual traction, measured by a moderate improvement (+3) on a global rating of change scale (anchors: -7 to +7).
You likely can't join if
- Specific cause of low back pain (e.g., fracture, cancer, spinal stenosis, severe spondylolisthesis)
- Presence of neuropathic pain (leg or back of 4 at the DN4).
- Pregnancy.
- Body mass index \> 32.
- Waist size between 74 and 115 cm.
- Respiratory and circulatory conditions.
See the full eligibility criteria
- Adults between 18 and 65 years old with non-specific low back pain.
- Average pain level of ≥3 out of 10 during the previous week.
- Pain-related disability ≥10% at ODI.
- Pain relief must be present during manual traction, measured by a moderate improvement (+3) on a global rating of change scale (anchors: -7 to +7).
- Specific cause of low back pain (e.g., fracture, cancer, spinal stenosis, severe spondylolisthesis)
- Presence of neuropathic pain (leg or back of 4 at the DN4).
- Pregnancy.
- Body mass index \> 32.
- Waist size between 74 and 115 cm.
- Respiratory and circulatory conditions.
- Osteoporosis.
- Paraplegia and hemiplegia.
- Abdominal wounds at the site of the orthosis.
- Rib or pelvic fractures less than 3 months.
- Presence of electronic medical device.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Québec, Quebec, Canada
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 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Québec, Quebec, Canada. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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