Clinical trials
Back Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting back pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 395 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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 - 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 - NCT03836248Recruiting
Osteopathic care added to standard treatment for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether adding osteopathic treatment to usual medical care can improve chronic low back pain. It focuses on people whose back pain has no clear structural cause and has lasted more than 3 months.
ToulouseAges 18–64 - NCT05422040Recruiting
Dry needling or tecartherapy for long-term low back pain
This study compares two physical therapies—dry needling versus tecartherapy—to see which helps people with long-lasting, non-specific low back pain. You may be eligible if your pain has lasted more than 6 weeks and is not caused by nerve or serious underlying conditions.
Alcalá de Henares, MadridAges 18–65 - NCT05669027Recruiting
Mobile brain training to help low back pain
This study tests whether mobile “neurofeedback” training can reduce low back pain and improve how much it affects your daily life. You would likely use sensors that measure brain and body signals to guide the training.
Durham, North CarolinaAges 18–90 - 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 - NCT06106191Recruiting
Mindfulness program for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a mindfulness-based program designed to help people with long-term low back pain. It aims to see if combining mindfulness with a personalized approach can improve pain management and daily functioning.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - 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 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - NCT01765777Recruiting
Osteopathic hands-on therapy and light treatment for long-term low back pain
This trial studies whether hands-on osteopathic treatment and a type of light (phototherapy) can reduce chronic low back pain. It may help people who have had non-specific low back pain for at least 3 months.
Old Westbury, New YorkAges 18–65 - 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 - 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 - NCT05752396Recruiting
Study of Pain Patterns Over Time in Kids
This study follows kids who have a specific type of chronic pain (headaches, stomach pain, or muscle/joint pain) to better understand how pain changes over time. It also checks whether certain factors are linked to those pain patterns.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 10–19 - NCT07306312Enrolling by invitation
How thoughts affect low back pain with manual therapy
This study looks at how your thoughts and feelings about your chronic low back pain affect your pain and ability to move, during a course of manual therapy (hands-on treatment by a therapist). It may help you understand if your mindset influences your recovery.
AthensAges 18–65 - NCT07688915Recruiting
High-intensity laser vs. steroid injection for chronic back and leg pain from a herniated disc
This study compares two treatments for long-lasting low back and leg pain caused by a herniated disc: high-intensity laser therapy and a steroid shot near the spine. Researchers want to see which option works better to reduce pain.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT05812885Recruiting
TENS for long-lasting low back pain
This study tests whether transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS), a non-drug pain treatment using small electrode pads on the skin, can help people with low back pain. You may be eligible if your back pain has lasted at least 3 months and your pain is at least moderate.
West Hartford, ConnecticutAges 18–60 - NCT05265000Recruiting
Skin electrical stimulation for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether a gentle electrical treatment placed on the skin near the spine can reduce chronic low back pain. If you qualify, you’ll try the stimulation and complete several assessments over a day, so the team can measure any pain and function changes.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 21–85 - NCT04658628Recruiting
Brain scan study to learn who responds to spinal cord stimulation
This trial uses brain imaging to understand which people with long-lasting low back pain are more likely to benefit from spinal cord stimulation (SCS). If you’re being considered for an SCS trial, the scans may help researchers predict response and improve future care.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT06517342Recruiting
Using a health app for low back pain
This study looks at what helps or stops people with chronic low back pain from using a smartphone app to become more active. It aims to find ways to make it easier for you to stay active.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18 years+ - NCT06025201Recruiting
Brain activity markers for chronic low back pain
This study uses a safe, non-invasive cap with sensors (EEG) to measure your brain activity and look for patterns linked to chronic low back pain. It aims to better understand pain so doctors can improve treatments.
Palo Alto, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - NCT06859957RecruitingPhase 3
Melatonin for chronic low back pain
This trial tests if melatonin can help reduce chronic low back pain. If you have had low back pain for at least 3 months that limits your daily activities, this study might be for you.
RotterdamAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for back pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 395 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.