Clinical trials
Back Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting back pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 390 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06766240Recruiting
MRI for low back pain in middle-aged women
This trial is studying how well MRI can evaluate low back pain in women between 40 and 60 years old. It may help doctors better understand the cause of your pain.
SohagAges 40–60 - NCT07474610Recruiting
Belly muscle and arm function in chronic low back pain
This study looks at how a deep belly muscle (transversus abdominis) relates to arm and shoulder function in people with long-term low back pain. It may help understand why some people have trouble with upper body movements.
AnkaraAges 18–45 - NCT07426562Recruiting
Stretching vs. Dry Needling for Tight Hamstrings in Chronic Back Pain
This trial tests two treatments for tight hamstrings in people with long-lasting low back pain: a special stretch and dry needling (thin needles placed in trigger points). It aims to find which helps reduce tightness and pain.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 20–50 - NCT07413107Recruiting
Italian version of a back pain disability questionnaire
This study is testing a new Italian questionnaire that measures how much low back pain affects your daily life. It's for people who have had low back pain for at least 3 months and speak Italian.
Lissone, MilanoAges 18–90 - NCT06686147Recruiting
AI analysis of movement in low back pain
This trial uses artificial intelligence to analyze how well you can move if you have chronic low back pain. It may help researchers understand movement patterns better.
DenizliAges 18–65 - NCT07347457Enrolling by invitation
Rehab and pain relief for chronic low back pain
This trial tests whether a functional rehabilitation program can improve how your body naturally reduces pain after exercise. It may help people with chronic low back pain who are starting a rehab program.
Villeneuve-d'AscqAges 18–60 - NCT07332390Recruiting
Exercise study for chronic non-specific low back pain
This study compares two types of exercise programs—moderate load eccentric core exercises and Pilates—to see which is more effective for people with long-lasting low back pain that isn't caused by a specific medical condition.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07298109Recruiting
Diaphragm Release for Chronic Low Back Pain
This study tests if releasing tension in the diaphragm muscle can help reduce chronic low back pain. It may be a treatment option for people whose back pain has lasted at least 12 weeks and has no clear cause.
KarabükAges 18–65 - NCT07277517Recruiting
Pain education plus physical therapy for new back pain
This study tests whether adding Pain Neuroscience Education (learning how your brain and nerves process pain) to standard physical therapy can help people with new low back pain feel better and move more easily. It's for adults whose pain started within the past 6 weeks and who do not have a serious spine condition.
TehranAges 18 years+ - NCT06877767Recruiting
Graston vs Active Release for low back pain in women
This study compares two non-surgical hand techniques (Graston tool and Active Release Technique) to see which works better for reducing low back pain in women. If you have had low back pain for at least 3 months, you may be able to join and get free treatment.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–50 - NCT07214844Recruiting
Freezing vs. heating nerves for chronic low back pain
This study compares two procedures to treat long-term low back pain from the small joints in your spine. One uses extreme cold, the other uses heat to stop pain signals. It may help if you have had at least three months of back pain and other treatments haven't worked.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06544525Recruiting
Pain test to predict physical therapy results for back pain
This trial tests whether a simple pain test can predict how much you will improve with physical therapy for chronic low back pain. It looks at how your body naturally handles pain, which may help tailor your treatment.
Fort Sam Houston, TexasAges 18–64 - NCT05100381Recruiting
Dry needling for long-lasting lower back muscle pain
This study tests whether dry needling (thin needles placed into specific muscles) can reduce moderate, long-lasting lower back pain. It focuses on people who have pain from trigger points in a specific back muscle, rather than pain caused by other medical problems.
Tehran, Tehran ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07163546Enrolling by invitation
Lifestyle redesign for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a person-centered lifestyle program to help people with chronic low back pain learn new ways to manage daily activities and reduce pain. It may be a good fit if you have had low back pain for at least 3 months and are looking for non-surgical support.
Ankara, AltındağAges 18–65 - NCT07127380Recruiting
Comparing two types of spine surgery for disc-related low back pain
This study compares two different surgery methods (Mini-TLIF and MIDLIF) for treating low back pain caused by worn-out discs in the lower back. The goal is to see which one offers better recovery, fewer complications, and lower costs.
Lodz, Łódź VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT07132762Recruiting
Shock wave therapy for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether adding a special sound wave therapy (called ESWT) to standard care (like exercise and education) can reduce pain and improve daily function in people with long-term low back pain. It is designed for people whose back pain does not have a specific known cause.
DenizliAges 18–65 - NCT07130812Recruiting
Blood flow restriction training for rowers with back pain
This study tests whether a special training technique called blood flow restriction can help rowers aged 13-20 with mild or recurring back pain. It involves wearing bands on your legs while rowing, which may help you build strength and recover while reducing pain.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 13–20 - NCT07122453RecruitingPhase 1
Study of CNTX-3001 for severe chronic low back pain
This trial tests a medicine called CNTX-3001, given as a spinal injection, for people with long-term, severe low back pain that hasn't improved with other treatments.
Napa, CaliforniaAges 18–75 - NCT06985849Recruiting
Gentle exercise for chronic low back pain
This study compares two gentle exercise programs (Feldenkrais and Otago) to see which one helps people with chronic low back pain and balance problems feel better and move more easily. It focuses on adults who have had pain for at least 3 months and have some trouble with balance.
LahoreAges 18–65 - NCT06955117Recruiting
McKenzie vs manual therapy for low back pain
This study compares two physical therapy methods to see which works better for low back pain that has lasted more than 4 weeks. It could help you find a more effective treatment without surgery or strong medication.
Malakand, KPKAges 35–45 - NCT07051772Recruiting
Predicting success in back pain rehab
This study looks for factors that help people with long-term low back pain succeed in rehabilitation programs. Researchers will track participants during their rehab to learn what works best.
Clermont-Ferrand, AuvergneAges 18–65 - NCT07026045Recruiting
Stretching techniques for chronic low back pain
This trial compares two gentle stretching techniques to see which one better eases chronic low back pain. It may help if you have had ongoing pain for months and are looking for a non-surgical treatment.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07026058Recruiting
Sound wave therapy for mechanical low back pain
This study tests whether adding sound wave therapy to standard physical therapy helps adults with long-lasting low back pain. It is for people aged 18 to 45 whose pain stays above the knee.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07026097Recruiting
Online vs. supervised Pilates for low back pain
This study compares doing Pilates exercises online with doing them in-person under supervision. It's for people with ongoing low back pain to see which method is more effective for reducing pain and improving function.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for back pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 390 recruiting back pain studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a back pain trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a back pain trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.