Clinical trials
Degenerative Disc Disease clinical trials
Below are recruiting degenerative disc disease clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 71 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07254806RecruitingPhase 3
Cell therapy for low back pain from disc disease
This study tests if injecting a special cell therapy into a damaged spinal disc can reduce chronic low back pain. It is for people who have had low back pain for at least 6 months and haven't gotten enough relief from other treatments like physical therapy or pain medication.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–75 - NCT04467944Recruiting
Lumbar fusion outcomes with arthritis in nearby spine segments
This study looks at how well lumbar fusion surgery works long-term when the joint just above or below (adjacent segment) already shows wear-and-tear. It may help predict who benefits most and guide treatment planning.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT04469387Recruiting
Reduce adjacent back pain after lumbar surgery
This trial looks at whether a limited decompression (a careful nerve-space “freeing” procedure) can help prevent future problems in the spinal level next to your planned surgery. It targets people with spinal canal narrowing next to the surgery level but who do not yet have symptoms there.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT04631133Recruiting
Study of outcomes after surgery using the LISA implant
This study follows adults who get back surgery using the LISA implant to see how well they do afterward and how outcomes change over time. It focuses on people whose long-term, non-surgical care did not relieve low-back pain from specific age-related disc changes.
SilkeborgAges 18 years+ - NCT07830836Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy and osteopathy for recent neck, back, or jaw pain
This study tests whether physiotherapy and osteopathic treatment can help relieve recent (acute) pain in the neck, lower back, or jaw joint. It aims to understand if these hands-on therapies reduce pain and improve jaw function.
Gorzów Wielkopolski, Lubusz VoivodeshipAges 20–40 - NCT07790328Recruiting
Long-term safety of the IntraSPINE implant for low back pain
This study checks how safe and effective the IntraSPINE implant is over time for people with low back pain from degenerative discs. The implant is placed in your spine to support it, and this trial helps see if it continues working well for years.
SaranAges 18 years+ - NCT06485206Recruiting
Hybrid disc replacement and fusion for two-level neck disease
This study tests a combination of a disc replacement (Mobi-C) and a spinal fusion (ACDF) for people with degenerative disc disease at two levels in the neck. The goal is to see if this approach is safe and effective for relieving pain and nerve symptoms.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 22–69 - NCT07386548Recruiting
Biologic injection for low back disc problems
This study tests if an injection can help people with a herniated disc in the lower back who have not gotten better with other treatments and are already planning surgery. It aims to see if the injection can reduce symptoms and possibly avoid or improve surgery outcomes.
Manhattan, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07370493Enrolling by invitation
Study of a two-level disc implant for the neck
This study looks back at patients who already have a Prodisc C Vivo device in two levels of their neck spine. The goal is to learn how well the surgery works over time.
RecklinghausenAges Any age - NCT05287867Recruiting
Study for painful degenerative disc disease treatment
This trial is testing a treatment approach for people with long-lasting, painful worn-out discs in the lower back (and sometimes leg pain). It looks for people who tried common non-surgical options without enough relief and who may be headed toward a lumbar procedure.
Broomfield, ColoradoAges 25–65 - NCT05971329Recruiting
Pilot study of bone graft for cervical disc wear and nerve symptoms
This trial tests a new bone graft product (ZetaFuse™) used during front-of-the-neck surgery to treat “wear and tear” in the cervical (neck) discs causing nerve problems. It may help relieve pain and nerve-related symptoms when other treatments haven’t worked.
Randwick, New South WalesAges 22–75 - NCT07168603RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing own disc cells for low back pain from a herniated disc
This trial tests whether your own disc cells (nucleus pulposus cells) can help heal a herniated disc and reduce pain. It is for people who have had low back pain for more than six weeks and are scheduled for disc surgery.
TaipeiAges 20 years+ - NCT07127380Recruiting
Comparing two types of spine surgery for disc-related low back pain
This study compares two different surgery methods (Mini-TLIF and MIDLIF) for treating low back pain caused by worn-out discs in the lower back. The goal is to see which one offers better recovery, fewer complications, and lower costs.
Lodz, Łódź VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT07085247Recruiting
Role of bacteria in lower back disc disease
This trial looks at whether a specific bacteria, Cutibacterium acnes, is linked to disc problems in the lower back. If you're having surgery for a herniated disc, your tissue sample may help researchers understand the cause.
BrnoAges 18 years+ - NCT07017634RecruitingPhase 3
Novosis Putty for spine fusion in lumbar disc disease
This trial tests a new bone graft putty (Novosis Putty) used during a specific type of spine fusion surgery (TLIF) to treat a worn-out disc causing low back and leg pain. The goal is to see if it works as well as or better than current options.
Little Rock, ArkansasAges 21–80 - NCT07001969Enrolling by invitation
Percutaneous facet spine fixation for instability
This study tests a minimally invasive procedure to fix unstable vertebrae in the neck or lower back using a small incision. It may help people with spinal instability causing nerve symptoms or pressure on the spinal cord.
Cairo, ShoroukAges Any age - NCT06778447Recruiting
Trial of disc tissue injection for degenerative disc disease
This study tests an experimental treatment that injects donated disc tissue (called an allograft) into damaged discs in your lower back. It's designed for people with chronic low back pain from disc degeneration who haven't found relief from non-surgical treatments.
Napa, CaliforniaAges 22–85 - NCT06704919Recruiting
Spinal fusion using conduit cages and bone graft putty
This trial tests a new combination of a cage and bone graft putty for spinal fusion surgery. It is for people with degenerative disc disease or a herniated disc in the neck or lower back that needs surgery.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06462729RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Testing a new bone graft for lower back fusion surgery
This trial tests a new bone graft material called LDGraft for people who need a single-level lower back fusion (anterior lumbar interbody fusion). It aims to see if the new graft is as good as or better than current options for helping bones heal together.
Fort Wayne, IndianaAges 22–80 - NCT06415136Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two ways to fuse neck bones after prior surgery
This study tests two methods for adding a new fusion to the level next to a previous neck surgery. It compares using a special plate system versus removing the old plate and putting in a new one.
Southfield, MichiganAges 18 years+ - NCT06383962Recruiting
Synergy Disc cervical disc replacement outcomes study
This trial is for people who are getting or have already received a Synergy Disc implant to replace a damaged disc in the neck. It follows patients over time to see how well the disc performs in relieving nerve pain or spinal cord compression.
BirminghamAges 21 years+ - NCT06383949Recruiting
Real-world study of Synergy Disc implant
This study follows people who receive a Synergy Disc implant to treat neck pain or nerve problems. It collects real-world information on how well the disc works and how safe it is over time.
DublinAges 21 years+ - NCT06209684Recruiting
Carbon fiber screws vs titanium for spine surgery
This trial compares a new carbon fiber screw system to standard titanium screws for people needing spinal fusion surgery to treat degenerative spine conditions. It aims to see which type of screw works better for pain and stability.
BolognaAges 18 years+ - NCT06226272Recruiting
Study of Stryker spine device results
This trial is checking how well a Stryker spine device works in people who need spine surgery. Eligibility depends on the specific device and is decided by the study doctors.
Jacksonville, FloridaAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for degenerative disc disease?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 71 recruiting degenerative disc disease 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 degenerative disc disease 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 degenerative disc disease 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.