Clinical trials
Chronic Back Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting chronic back pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 330 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04704297RecruitingPhase 4
Trigger point shots for low back muscle pain
This trial tests whether injecting sore “trigger points” in low back muscles helps improve chronic low back pain. It compares treatments in people with specific low back muscle pain patterns and excludes several other causes of pain.
Tacoma, WashingtonAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT04783454Recruiting
Preventing neck and back pain in teleworkers
This study tests ways to prevent neck and back pain in people who work at a computer from home or an office. If you qualify, you may be assigned to an intervention aimed at reducing pain and improving comfort.
Ghent, East FlandersAges 18–69 - NCT05757609Recruiting
Brain stimulation therapy for chronic low back pain
This trial tests whether a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment can improve physiotherapy results for people with long-lasting low back pain. You may be asked to do questionnaires and follow a treatment plan, and some people may be able to reduce pain or improve function.
GenevaAges 18–65 - NCT04853732Recruiting
Pain research registry for chronic low back pain
This study is a research registry that collects information from people with chronic low back pain (and some people without chronic pain). It may help researchers better understand pain patterns and guide future treatments.
Fort Worth, TexasAges 21–79 - NCT07856498Recruiting
Understanding pain and movement in postmenopausal women with low back pain
This study looks at how thoughts and fears about pain affect physical activity in women after menopause who have chronic low back pain. The goal is to learn more about these connections to help improve future treatments.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 45–65 - NCT07836439Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two manual therapies for low back pain relief
This study compares two hands-on treatments, the Graston Technique and diacutaneous fibrolysis, to see which works better for reducing low back pain, improving function, and enhancing quality of life. If you have non-specific low back pain (pain without a clear cause), this trial may help you find a new way to manage your symptoms.
Sialkot, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–40 - NCT07832188Recruiting
Brain stimulation for chronic lower back pain
This study tests a non-invasive brain stimulation technique that uses gentle electrical currents to target the part of the brain involved in pain processing. It may help reduce chronic lower back pain that is not caused by a specific injury or condition.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–80 - NCT07829289Enrolling by invitation
Ear acupressure for long-term back pain in postmenopausal women
This study tests whether applying pressure to specific points on the ear can reduce chronic low back pain in women who have gone through menopause. You would receive a simple, non-invasive treatment that you can do at home.
Kaohsiung City, Sanmin DistrictAges 50–65 - 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 - NCT06491121Recruiting
Can high-intensity training with a smartphone help chronic back pain?
This trial tests if a technology-supported high-intensity exercise program can help adults with chronic low back pain. You'll use your own smartphone to help guide the training and attend regular therapy sessions.
Wilrijk, AntwerpenAges 18–65 - NCT06395428RecruitingPhase 4
Haloperidol for severe back pain in the ER
This study tests whether the medication haloperidol, given in the emergency room, can help relieve severe back pain that started on its own (not from an injury). It compares haloperidol to a common pain reliever called ketorolac.
Kalamazoo, MichiganAges 18–65 - 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 - 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 - NCT07762170RecruitingPhase 4
Steroid injections for back and pelvic pain
This study is testing how well and how safely steroid injections work for different types of back pain. If you join, you'll receive the injection as part of your care and fill out surveys about your pain and ability to do daily activities before and after.
Thornhill, OntarioAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT07766200Recruiting
Pain types in people with long-term low back pain
This study looks at different types of chronic low back pain. It aims to understand how pain affects people differently, which might help improve future treatments.
Kütahya, TürkiyeAges 18–70 - NCT07742111Recruiting
Virtual reality for long-term low back pain
This study tests whether virtual reality exercises can help people with chronic low back pain feel better and move more comfortably. You might join if you have had low back pain for a while, your pain is moderate, and you have some fear of movement.
AmaranteAges 18 years+ - NCT07724704Recruiting
Exercise comparison for long-term low back pain
This study compares two sets of exercises (called McGill and Sahrmann) to see which is better at reducing chronic low back pain. If you have had non-specific low back pain for more than 12 weeks, this trial may help you strengthen your core and feel better without surgery or medication.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 20–50 - NCT07731750Recruiting
Smart pain treatment plan for chronic low back pain
This study tests a computer-based tool to help choose the best pain treatments for people with chronic low back pain. It compares different treatments to see which ones work best for each person.
Ann Arbor, MichiganAges 25 years+ - NCT07719452Enrolling by invitation
Strengthening exercise for chronic low back pain
This study tests if adding a specific low back strengthening exercise to standard physical therapy helps people with long-lasting low back pain. It is for Tricare beneficiaries who have had back pain for at least 3 months without leg pain.
Fort Sam Houston, TexasAges 18–65 - NCT07719699Recruiting
Vibration and Pilates for chronic low back pain
This study tests if whole-body vibration or Pilates exercises can reduce pain and improve balance and movement in people with long-lasting low back pain. It aims to find a helpful treatment for chronic back pain that has lasted more than 12 weeks.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–40 - NCT07693998Enrolling by invitation
Pain education class for fibromyalgia or chronic back pain
This trial tests a class to help people with fibromyalgia or chronic low back pain learn about their pain and how to manage it. It might help you feel better and understand your pain.
Valencia, ValenciaAges 18 years+ - 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
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for chronic back pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 330 recruiting chronic 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 chronic 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 chronic 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.