Clinical trials
Low Back Pain clinical trials
Below are recruiting low back pain clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 345 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07543692Recruiting
Ultrasound-guided injection therapy for spine pain
This study tests whether using ultrasound imaging to guide a special injection treatment (pharmacopuncture) is safe and effective for people with spine-related neck or lower back pain that radiates into the arms or legs. The treatment is already being offered as routine care, and this study tracks how well it works.
Daejeon, DaejeonAges 19–69 - NCT07535047Recruiting
How Placebo and TENS Work Together for Lower Back Pain
This study tests whether the expectation of pain relief (the placebo effect) can make a device called TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) work better for acute lower back pain. TENS uses gentle electrical pulses on your skin to reduce pain.
Giza, Giza GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT06696300Recruiting
Breathing muscle training for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether training the muscles you use to breathe can help reduce chronic low back pain. You will practice specific breathing exercises and see if they improve your pain and function.
Kırşehir, CenterAges 18–65 - NCT06756516Recruiting
Feldenkrais Method for balance and back pain relief
This trial tests if the Feldenkrais Method, a gentle movement therapy, can improve balance and reduce pain in people with long-term mechanical back pain. It may be a good option if you've had back pain for at least 6 months and it doesn't shoot past your knee.
GizaAges 18–45 - NCT07523906Recruiting
Exercise therapy for chronic lower back pain in young adults
This study compares two types of exercise programs for chronic mechanical lower back pain: lumbar stabilization exercises (focused on core strength) versus muscular chain therapy (full-body movement patterns). You'll participate in one of these exercise programs to see which helps reduce your pain more effectively.
IslamabadAges 18–30 - NCT07510789Recruiting
Low back pain impact in ankylosing spondylitis
This study looks at how different types of low back pain in people with ankylosing spondylitis affect their daily functioning and overall well-being. It aims to better understand these pain patterns so doctors can provide more personalized care.
Konya, SelçukluAges 18 years+ - NCT06766240Recruiting
MRI for low back pain in middle-aged women
This trial is studying how well MRI can evaluate low back pain in women between 40 and 60 years old. It may help doctors better understand the cause of your pain.
SohagAges 40–60 - NCT07497425Recruiting
Exercise and Immune Response in Chronic Back Pain
This study looks at how a single session of exercise affects your immune system and nervous system. It may help researchers find new ways to treat chronic low back pain.
Montreal, QuebecAges 18–75 - NCT07494162Recruiting
Acupuncture for chronic low back pain with muscle knots
This trial tests if acupuncture can help chronic low back pain by looking at changes in muscle metabolism and blood flow. It compares real acupuncture with a sham (fake) procedure to see if there is a true benefit.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07496099Recruiting
Comparing two muscle-release therapies for low back pain
This study compares two types of gentle muscle-release techniques—post-isometric relaxation and myofascial release—to see which better relieves low back pain caused by lower cross syndrome, a common muscle imbalance. If you have ongoing back pain and tight hamstrings, this trial may offer a drug-free treatment option.
Karachi, SindhAges 18–45 - NCT07488936Recruiting
How low back pain types affect pain and quality of life after failed back surgery
This study looks at how different types of low back pain affect pain severity and quality of life in people who still have pain after back surgery. It aims to help doctors better understand and treat your pain.
Konya, SelçukluAges 18 years+ - NCT06709963Recruiting
Brain stimulation for older adults with chronic back or knee pain
This study tests a type of brain stimulation called intermittent theta burst stimulation to see if it can reduce pain and improve thinking in older adults with long-term back or knee pain. The treatment involves a non-invasive procedure that uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT07474610Recruiting
Belly muscle and arm function in chronic low back pain
This study looks at how a deep belly muscle (transversus abdominis) relates to arm and shoulder function in people with long-term low back pain. It may help understand why some people have trouble with upper body movements.
AnkaraAges 18–45 - NCT06763653Recruiting
Low-frequency device for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a new device that uses very low-frequency electrical pulses to treat chronic low back pain. It is for people whose pain hasn't improved with other treatments and who are not candidates for stronger therapies.
Norwood, South AustraliaAges 22 years+ - NCT06594796Recruiting
Lifestyle program for back pain and weight
This trial tests a combined exercise and lifestyle program for people with long-lasting low back pain who are overweight or have obesity. The program is delivered by physical therapists and aims to improve physical function and reduce pain.
AmsterdamAges 18 years+ - NCT07463729Recruiting
Back pain study using biofeedback training
This trial tests a stabilization training program using biofeedback (a device that shows you how your muscles are working) to treat chronic low back pain. It may help you strengthen the muscles supporting your spine and reduce your pain.
Tarnów, MałopolskaAges 30–65 - NCT07467070Recruiting
Pilates for posture, core strength, and flexibility in young adults with low back pain
This study tests whether a 6-week Pilates program can improve posture, core strength, and flexibility in young adults with mild to moderate low back pain that has no clear cause. It could help you learn exercises to ease your pain and strengthen your back.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–25 - NCT07470307Recruiting
Exercise for chronic low back pain: Pilates vs. strength training
This trial compares dynamic lumbar strengthening exercises to Pilates, both combined with myofascial release, for people with ongoing low back pain. It aims to find which approach works better for reducing pain and improving function.
Lahore, Punjab ProvinceAges 25–35 - NCT07463105Recruiting
Virtual reality vs. standard rehab for chronic back pain
This study compares virtual reality exercises to standard physical therapy for people with ongoing low back pain. It aims to see if VR can be a helpful and engaging way to reduce pain and improve function.
Sanok, Podkarpackie VoivodeshipAges 40–65 - NCT07467499Recruiting
How leisure activities affect quality of life in low back pain
This study looks at how your hobbies and free-time activities might improve your quality of life if you have long-term low back pain (pain that lasts 12 weeks or more). You will answer questionnaires about your daily life and what you enjoy doing.
BrusselsAges 18 years+ - NCT06796881Recruiting
Comparison of two therapies for long-term low back pain
This study compares two hands-on treatments for people with chronic low back pain. One uses special tools to massage tight muscles, while the other uses gentle pressure on muscle knots. Both aim to help you move better and feel less pain.
CairoAges 25–45 - 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+ - NCT07426562Recruiting
Stretching vs. Dry Needling for Tight Hamstrings in Chronic Back Pain
This trial tests two treatments for tight hamstrings in people with long-lasting low back pain: a special stretch and dry needling (thin needles placed in trigger points). It aims to find which helps reduce tightness and pain.
Peshawar, Khyber PakhtunkhwaAges 20–50 - NCT07415941Recruiting
Mindfulness and nerve stimulation for back pain and depression
This trial tests if combining mindfulness-based meditation with a gentle nerve stimulation device (applied to the ear) can help people aged 50–85 with chronic low back pain and depression. The goal is to reduce pain and improve mood without changing your current medications.
Tallahassee, FloridaAges 50–85
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for low back pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 345 recruiting low 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 low 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 low 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.