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
- NCT06873386Recruiting
Electrical stimulation for glute weakness after back pain
This study tests a non-surgical treatment using a small needle to send gentle electrical pulses to the glute (buttock) muscles. It is for people who have had low back pain in the past and now have weak glute muscles.
Sabadell, BarcelonaAges 18 years+ - NCT06706479Enrolling by invitation
Brain stimulation for balance in older adults with back pain
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical brain stimulation technique (called high-definition tDCS) can improve balance in older adults with chronic low back pain. Participants receive either real or sham stimulation during balance training sessions.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06703671Recruiting
Acupuncture for disc-related low back pain
This trial tests whether electroacupuncture (a type of acupuncture with mild electric pulses) can help people with low back pain caused by a damaged disc. If you have had back pain for at least a month and have not had certain other treatments recently, you may be eligible.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–70 - NCT06619418Recruiting
Home Device Using Sound and Body Stimulation for Back Pain
This study is testing a take-home device that uses sound and gentle body stimulation to help with long-term back pain. It is for adults with chronic low back pain who live near the University of Minnesota and are not taking certain sleep or anxiety medications.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06384001Recruiting
Meditation for chronic low back pain in older adults
This trial tests whether a meditation program can help reduce chronic low back pain in adults aged 50 and older. You'll learn meditation techniques that you can do at home using an internet connection, and the study will track how your pain changes over time.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 50–89 - NCT06310226Recruiting
Studying spinal cord stimulation for chronic low back pain
This study is looking at how people with chronic low back pain respond to spinal cord stimulation (a device that sends gentle electrical pulses to the spine to reduce pain). If you already have a spinal cord stimulator, you may help researchers understand how well it works and how it affects your brain.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18–80 - 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+ - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - NCT07555496Recruiting
Back Pain Treatment After Spine Surgery: Injection vs. Needling
This study compares two ways to treat long-lasting back pain in people who have had spine surgery: injections into the back muscles versus dry needling (inserting thin needles into tight muscles). Both are combined with physical therapy to see which helps reduce pain better.
St-MaloAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT05963451Recruiting
Testing treatments for long-term low back pain from facet joints
This study focuses on people with long-lasting low back pain that likely comes from the small “facet” joints in the lower spine. It aims to better understand brain, psychological, and biology changes to help optimize treatment for this type of back pain.
Sherbrooke, QuebecAges 18–75 - NCT07826546Recruiting
Back pain sensitivity as a predictor of recovery
This study looks at whether increased sensitivity to pain in people with chronic low back pain might predict how well they recover. It aims to help doctors understand which treatments might work best for each person.
MardinAges 18–65 - NCT07772141Recruiting
Palmitoylethanolamide for chronic low back pain
This trial tests whether a natural substance called palmitoylethanolamide (PEA) can help reduce chronic low back pain by calming the nervous system and reducing inflammation. It might be an option for people with ongoing pain from a disc problem who haven't had surgery.
Banī SuwayfAges 18–65 - NCT07760142Recruiting
Electrical stimulation with core exercise for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether adding electrical stimulation to a core exercise program helps relieve chronic low back pain. You would attend two sessions a week for six weeks.
ŞırnakAges 18–55 - NCT07726797Recruiting
Pelvic control training vs core stability for low back pain
This trial compares two types of exercises — pelvic control training with a pressure sensor versus core stability training — to see which one works better for relieving low back pain. It may help if you are a young adult with no other health issues affecting your back or balance.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–30 - NCT07685340Recruiting
Cupping vs Massage Tool for Chronic Low Back Pain
This trial tests two hands-on therapies—dry cupping and a special massage technique—to see which works better for long-term low back pain caused by muscle knots. You may be able to join if your pain has lasted over 3 months and you have trigger points.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–45 - NCT07675304RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Mesotherapy for chronic low back pain study
This trial tests whether injecting a natural substance (collagen) into the lower back can safely reduce chronic pain. It may help people with pain that hasn't spread to the legs.
WarsawAges 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 - NCT07334288Recruiting
Numbing injection for pain relief after lower back surgery
This study tests a numbing injection near the spine (retrolaminar block) to reduce pain after lower back surgery with hardware. It could help you use less pain medicine and recover more comfortably.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18–80 - NCT07058376Enrolling by invitation
Herbal medicine for chronic low back pain
This trial tests whether a herbal medicine strategy can safely and effectively reduce chronic low back pain lasting over 3 months. It may be an option if your pain has been moderate to severe and you are looking for alternative treatments.
Seoul, Gangnam-GuAges 19–69
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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.
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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.