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
- NCT07433634Recruiting
Tracking recovery after BVN ablation for chronic low back pain
This study looks at how well a procedure called BVN ablation (which uses heat to stop pain signals from the vertebrae) works for people with chronic low back pain that comes from the spine. If you already have this procedure scheduled, researchers will track your recovery and pain relief over time.
Guilford, ConnecticutAges 18 years+ - NCT05853640Recruiting
Education and exercise for long-term hip or groin pain
This trial tests whether a program of education plus exercise can reduce long-term hip or groin pain. It may help by improving movement and function, especially when pain has lasted more than 3 months.
MalmöAges 18–55 - NCT05776771Recruiting
Spine movement study for people with back or neck pain
This study measures how your spine and back/neck move using motion testing and equipment. It may help researchers better understand differences between people with spine pain and people without.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05058287RecruitingPhase 3
Steroid shot during low-back surgery
This trial tests whether using a steroid medicine (a steroid shot) around the time of low-back decompression surgery improves pain and recovery. It is for adults having a limited-area laminectomy, and it compares steroid use versus not using it.
New York, New YorkAges 18–85 - NCT07197879Recruiting
Does dynamic sitting prevent pain in office workers?
This study tests if a special swivel mechanism for office chairs can reduce or prevent back pain in people who sit a lot at work. It is for office workers who already develop pain during prolonged sitting.
Linz, Upper AustriaAges 18–65 - NCT07264270RecruitingPhase 1
A new injection for long-term sciatica pain
This trial tests a new medicine called C-1101, given as a shot into the spine, to see if it safely reduces pain from chronic sciatica. It is for people who have not gotten enough relief from standard treatments.
Broadmeadow, New South WalesAges 18–65 - NCT06350981Enrolling by invitationPhase 2/Phase 3
Pain control after lower back fusion surgery
This study is comparing different ways to manage pain after a specific type of lower back fusion surgery called TLIF. The goal is to find the best pain control plan to make recovery more comfortable.
Tampa, FloridaAges 18 years+ - NCT05452876RecruitingPhase 2
Back care program for adults with certain spine problems
This study tests a back-care pathway (a structured plan for care) for adults with specific spine-related conditions. It aims to see whether this approach improves care for people in Alberta who may benefit from organized back treatment and guidance.
Edmonton, AlbertaAges 18 years+ - NCT04816994RecruitingPhase 3
Cannabis extract for nerve back pain and painkiller needs
This trial studies whether a cannabis extract can reduce acute nerve-related pain in the back and lessen how much pain medication you need. It may help people with a short-term episode of “shooting” nerve pain from the spine.
JerusalemAges 18–70 - NCT06092749Recruiting
A new treatment for chronic leg and back pain
This trial tests a procedure for people with long-standing leg and back pain that hasn't improved with standard treatments like physical therapy or pain medicine.
CairoAges 21 years+ - NCT07141108Recruiting
Using a digital tool to track chronic pain and improve quality of life
This trial tests a digital tool that helps you track your pain and activity level. The goal is to see if using the tool can improve your quality of life. You would use a smartphone or tablet app and share updates with your primary care team.
Malmö, Skåne CountyAges 18 years+ - NCT05461092RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Nerve blocks to improve pain control after spinal fusion
This early-stage study tests whether a regional nerve block can improve pain control and recovery for older adults having elective lumbar spinal fusion. If you qualify, you may receive a special pain-control injection during surgery to reduce opioid needs and improve recovery comfort.
Iowa City, IowaAges 65 years+ - NCT07837102Recruiting
Mobile app for monitoring chronic pain
This study tests a mobile app that helps you manage chronic pain by monitoring your symptoms from home. If you have chronic pain syndrome (including fibromyalgia) and a smartphone, this trial might help you track your pain and stay connected with your care team.
Hackensack, New JerseyAges 18 years+ - NCT07595718Recruiting
Using health data and AI to predict major diseases
This study uses your health information and artificial intelligence to help predict the onset of major diseases. By joining, you could help improve early detection and prevention for conditions like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
Seoul, Seoul Special CityAges 30–65 - NCT07590050Recruiting
Catgut Embedding for Lower Back Pain and Blood Stasis
This trial tests catgut embedding (a traditional acupuncture technique using absorbable material) to treat chronic lower back pain caused by spine wear-and-tear, particularly for patients whose condition matches a traditional medicine pattern called 'blood stasis.' The goal is to see if this approach relieves pain and improves movement.
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh CityAges 18–65 - NCT05641948Recruiting
Tested nerve ablation plus brain scans for ongoing back pain
This trial studies a procedure called radiofrequency denervation to reduce long-lasting, mostly “pain-from-joints/structures” low back pain, and it uses brain imaging to understand what changes during treatment. It may help people who already showed they respond well to a similar diagnostic nerve block.
Aberdeen, ScotlandAges 18 years+ - NCT07414017Recruiting
Virtual reality exercise for older adults with low back pain
This study tests if using virtual reality during exercise helps older adults with long-term low back pain. You'll do exercises while focusing your attention in different ways, and researchers will see which method works best for reducing pain and improving movement.
Center, Kirşehi̇rAges 65–80 - NCT06825650Recruiting
Turkish adaptation of a pain questionnaire
This study aims to adapt a questionnaire about pain into Turkish and check if it works well. Researchers want to see if the questions are understandable and reliable for people with certain types of pain.
Ankara, AltındağAges 18 years+ - NCT07205991Recruiting
Ways to stick with a back-pain mobile app
This trial tests strategies to help people with chronic low back pain use a mobile health app consistently. If you have ongoing back pain and participated in the NOTUS trial, this study might show you better ways to stay engaged with the app.
Sydney, New South WalesAges 18 years+ - NCT07094997Recruiting
Massage therapy for healthcare workers with low back pain
This study tests if massage therapy can help healthcare workers with ongoing low back pain. If you qualify, you would receive several massage sessions to see if they reduce your pain and improve your well-being.
Wroclaw, Lower Silesian VoivodeshipAges 30–65 - NCT06053255Recruiting
Testing a new device for low back pain from sacroiliitis
This trial tests a device called the Neurolyser XR to treat chronic low back pain caused by inflammation of the sacroiliac joint. It may help if you've had pain for over a year and other treatments haven't worked.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07040397Recruiting
Massage therapy study for lower back pain
This study tests whether an electronic approach to massage therapy can help relieve lower back pain. It may be an option if you have persistent lower back pain and haven't used pain medications recently.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT07003802Enrolling by invitation
Understanding back muscle control in disc injury
This study looks at how the brain controls back muscles in people with chronic disc injuries. It compares patients before surgery or physical therapy to healthy controls to better understand muscle function.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–60 - NCT06977958Enrolling by invitation
Gluteal enhancement trial for non-active women
This trial tests a program called NASM OPT to see if it can improve hip appearance in women who haven't exercised for the last 6 months. It might help you if you're looking to reshape your hips safely.
Ferdows, South Khorasan ProvinceAges 20–45
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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.
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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.