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
- NCT07684118Enrolling by invitation
Egoscue vs core exercises for chronic low back pain
This study compares two types of exercises—Egoscue and core stabilization—to help people with chronic low back pain and an exaggerated lower back curve. The goal is to find which approach better reduces pain and improves function.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–55 - NCT06663644Recruiting
Muscle energy technique for short-term low back pain
This study will test whether a gentle hands-on technique called muscle energy can help relieve short-term lower back pain caused by poor posture. If you are an adult between 18 and 40 with new back pain and no other major health issues, this trial may be a good fit.
Gilgit, Gilgit-BaltistanAges 18–40 - NCT03168802Recruiting
Ultrasound and nerve treatment for facet-joint low back pain
This study tests whether a procedure that uses focused ultrasound (MRgFUS) and/or a radiofrequency nerve treatment can reduce long-lasting low back pain caused by facet-joint arthritis. It may help people whose pain improves strongly after a targeted numbing injection to specific back nerves.
Taipei, Please SelectAges 20–79 - NCT07529392Recruiting
Ear nerve stimulation plus rehabilitation for chronic back pain
This trial tests a non-surgical treatment that stimulates a nerve in your ear while you do rehabilitation exercises to reduce chronic back pain. It may help if you've had pain for more than 6 months and pain medications aren't working well enough.
Baden, Lower AustriaAges 30–65 - NCT06756516Recruiting
Feldenkrais Method for balance and back pain relief
This trial tests if the Feldenkrais Method, a gentle movement therapy, can improve balance and reduce pain in people with long-term mechanical back pain. It may be a good option if you've had back pain for at least 6 months and it doesn't shoot past your knee.
GizaAges 18–45 - NCT07497425Recruiting
Exercise and Immune Response in Chronic Back Pain
This study looks at how a single session of exercise affects your immune system and nervous system. It may help researchers find new ways to treat chronic low back pain.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–75 - NCT07467499Recruiting
How leisure activities affect quality of life in low back pain
This study looks at how your hobbies and free-time activities might improve your quality of life if you have long-term low back pain (pain that lasts 12 weeks or more). You will answer questionnaires about your daily life and what you enjoy doing.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT07463105Recruiting
Virtual reality vs. standard rehab for chronic back pain
This study compares virtual reality exercises to standard physical therapy for people with ongoing low back pain. It aims to see if VR can be a helpful and engaging way to reduce pain and improve function.
Sanok, Podkarpackie VoivodeshipAges 40–65 - NCT06828016Recruiting
Foot Reflexology for Chronic Low Back Pain
This study tests whether foot reflexology—a gentle massage of the feet—can help relieve chronic low back pain that has lasted more than 12 weeks. It is a safe, non-drug approach that may be a good option for people looking for a natural way to manage their pain.
New Taipei CityAges 18–100 - NCT07334756Recruiting
Mobilization therapy for long-term low back pain
This study tests gentle back movements (not forceful adjustments) to see if they help relieve low back pain that has lasted more than 3 months. If you have low back pain without leg pain, this may be an option to try.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07324538Recruiting
Movement training with coaching and touch for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether combining movement control exercises with verbal and manual cues (coaching and gentle touch) can improve how your back moves and reduce pain. It's for people with long-lasting (more than 12 weeks) low back pain that is not linked to a specific cause.
Taipei, TaiwanAges 18 years+ - NCT07241559Recruiting
Low back pain treatment study: injection and mobilization
This study tests two treatments for chronic low back pain: a special injection of dextrose (a sugar solution) guided by ultrasound, and a technique to mobilize the fascia (connective tissue) in the lower back. It aims to see if these help people who haven't found relief from standard treatments.
Ankara, AltındağAges 18–65 - NCT07222462Recruiting
Radiofrequency ablation for chronic low back pain
This study tests if radiofrequency ablation, a procedure that uses heat to block pain signals from the facet joints in your spine, can help people with long-term low back pain that hasn't improved with other treatments like physical therapy.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07215104Recruiting
Spinal cord stimulation for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a special type of spinal cord stimulation (called BurstDR) in people with chronic low back pain. If you already have a spinal cord stimulator and it helps your pain, researchers want to see if adding muscle stimulation can provide even more relief.
Charleston, West VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07195422Recruiting
Study of a new device for low back pain relief
This trial tests a wearable device called Japet.W+ to see if it can help reduce chronic low back pain. It might be an option for people who have had lower back pain for a long time and are looking for non-surgical relief.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18–80 - NCT07193212Recruiting
Osteopathic treatment for low back pain and leg health
This study tests whether a hands-on osteopathic treatment can improve how your legs and feet work if you have chronic low back pain. It may help you understand if this type of manual therapy is a good option for your pain.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 18–65 - NCT07141069Recruiting
Art therapy for adults with chronic low back pain
This study tests whether making art (art therapy) can help adults with ongoing low back pain feel better. You would take part in art sessions to see if this approach reduces pain and improves your quality of life.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 18–59 - NCT07141082Recruiting
Art therapy for older adults with long-term back pain
This study tests whether expressive art therapy (like drawing, painting, or music) can help older adults manage chronic low back pain. It aims to reduce pain and improve quality of life without medication.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT05841732Recruiting
Behavior program with exercise to prevent low back pain returning
This trial tests a phone-based behavior change exercise program to help stop low back pain from coming back. It is for people who recently recovered from a recent low back pain episode and can safely do exercises.
Setúbal, Setúbal DistrictAges 18–65 - NCT07028034Recruiting
Six-minute step test for chronic back pain
This trial uses a simple step test to measure how chronic low back pain affects your daily function. It may help doctors better understand your condition without needing expensive equipment.
KırşehirAges 18–65 - NCT06806514Recruiting
Exercise and muscle strength in chronic low back pain
This trial measures how well you can use your arms and how strong your breathing and other muscles are if you have chronic low back pain. It aims to understand the links between these factors to improve future treatments.
KırşehirAges 18–65 - NCT06940063Recruiting
Music therapy for chronic low back pain
This trial tests whether an active music-based program can help reduce chronic low back pain. It is for adults aged 18 to 65 whose pain has lasted at least 3 months and has been present on most days.
Denton, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT06902233Recruiting
Brain stimulation for chronic low back pain
This trial tests if a non-invasive brain stimulation technique can help people with long-lasting low back pain. It uses mild electrical currents to adjust brain activity and may reduce pain and improve daily function.
Dunedin, OtagoAges 18–75 - NCT06888895Recruiting
Stretching for tight hamstrings in low back pain
This study compares two types of hamstring stretching techniques (passive vs. active-passive) to see which one improves flexibility more in people with chronic low back pain. It may help you if your hamstrings feel tight and your pain has lasted at least 3 months.
Cébazat, FranceAges 18–65
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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
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