Clinical trials · San Diego, CA
Low Back Pain clinical trials in San Diego
We’re tracking 9 recruiting low back pain studies with a site in or near San Diego — including Early Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near San Diego
- NCT07290361Recruiting
Physical therapy for spine pain in primary care
This trial tests a program that connects people with spine pain (neck or back pain) from their primary care clinic to a physical therapist. The goal is to see if this approach helps patients get more timely and effective care.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05986292RecruitingPhase 2
Study of new pain treatments for chronic pain
This study tests new treatments for people with chronic pain that has lasted at least 12 weeks. It aims to find better ways to reduce pain and improve quality of life.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT04081896Recruiting
Rehab program for adults with spine pain
This trial studies whether a prescribed physical therapy (rehab) program helps people with spine pain. It may help by improving pain and function when a clinician has already recommended rehabilitation.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 18–89 - NCT07641504RecruitingPhase 2
Testing LY4065967 for chronic low back pain relief
This study tests whether a new medication called LY4065967 can reduce chronic low back pain. Researchers want to see if it works better than current treatments for people who have had lower back pain for at least 3 months.
San Diego, CaliforniaAges 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 - NCT06661850Recruiting
New imaging test to guide lower back surgery decisions
This study tests a new imaging tool called Nociscan to see if it helps doctors decide who will benefit from lumbar spine surgery for low back pain. It may help predict surgical outcomes and guide treatment.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–70 - NCT04982965RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Study brain changes behind cannabis pain relief
This early study looks at how the brain may respond to cannabis to reduce long-lasting lower back pain. You may be asked to follow strict rules about cannabis, opioids, and safety checks (including MRI) to help researchers understand the brain mechanisms.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 21–65 - NCT05607381Recruiting
Meditation program study for opioid-treated chronic low back pain
This trial studies how meditation may change brain activity and help people with long-lasting low back pain who are already taking prescription opioids. The goal is to understand the “neural” (brain) effects of meditation to improve pain treatment.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–65 - NCT06080464Recruiting
Doctor satisfaction with VERABAND™ for chronic low back pain
This study tests how satisfied doctors are with a wearable device called VERABAND™ that monitors movement in people with chronic low back pain. If your pain limits your ability to move, you may be able to help researchers understand if this device is useful during your regular non-surgical treatment.
La Jolla, CaliforniaAges 18–85
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Where these studies are running near San Diego
Institutions with a site for the recruiting low back pain studies listed above.
- Artemis Institute for Clinical Research · 2 studies
- Altman Clinical and Translational Research Institute
- Center for Functional MRI - W.M.Keck Building
- Family Health Centers of San Diego
- Scripps Health
- SpineZone
- UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center
- University of California San Diego Health
What taking part in a low back pain study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting low back pain studies in California.
Common questions
- Are there low back pain clinical trials near San Diego?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 9 recruiting low back pain studies with a site near San Diego, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a low back pain study near San Diego?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in San Diego to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near San Diego, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a low back pain trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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