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 348 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- 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+ - NCT07130812Recruiting
Blood flow restriction training for rowers with back pain
This study tests whether a special training technique called blood flow restriction can help rowers aged 13-20 with mild or recurring back pain. It involves wearing bands on your legs while rowing, which may help you build strength and recover while reducing pain.
Loma Linda, CaliforniaAges 13–20 - NCT07133139Recruiting
Dry needling for chronic low back pain
This study tests whether a treatment called dry needling (using thin needles on muscle knots) helps people with long-term low back pain tied to muscle tightness. It is for those who have not tried this treatment before and whose main pain is in the lower back.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 20–70 - NCT07134699Recruiting
Back pain's effect on thinking in older adults
This study looks at how long-term lower back pain affects thinking skills like memory and attention in adults aged 60 to 85. Participants must speak Cantonese, be right-handed, and have normal thinking abilities. The study uses email or text for some tasks.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT07137065Recruiting
A new approach to managing low back pain in primary care
This study tests a program designed to help people with low back pain get better care from their general practitioner. If you have low back pain (with or without leg pain) and haven't seen your doctor for this same problem in the last 3 months, you may be able to join.
Geneva, Canton of GenevaAges 18 years+ - NCT07141069Recruiting
Art therapy for adults with chronic low back pain
This study tests whether making art (art therapy) can help adults with ongoing low back pain feel better. You would take part in art sessions to see if this approach reduces pain and improves your quality of life.
Hong Kong, Hong KongAges 18–59 - NCT07141082Recruiting
Art therapy for older adults with long-term back pain
This study tests whether expressive art therapy (like drawing, painting, or music) can help older adults manage chronic low back pain. It aims to reduce pain and improve quality of life without medication.
Hong KongAges 60 years+ - NCT07150702Recruiting
Close follow-up for low back pain
This study is testing whether closer follow-up care helps people with long-term low back pain feel better faster. You'll receive a standard physical therapy program but with more frequent check-ins to see if extra support improves your recovery.
Istanbul, FatihAges 18–65 - NCT07161661Recruiting
Osteopathic treatment for chronic low back pain in veterans
This trial tests whether adding osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT) to standard VA care helps reduce chronic low back pain. OMT involves a healthcare provider using their hands to move and stretch muscles and joints.
Hines, IllinoisAges 18 years+ - NCT07190807Recruiting
Optimizing spinal cord stimulation for chronic back and leg pain
This trial tests if a spinal cord stimulator with a new way of adjusting electrical settings (called independent current control) can better manage chronic pain in the back, trunk, or limbs. The goal is to find more effective sequences to reduce pain and improve daily life.
Greenwood, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT07195422Recruiting
Study of a new device for low back pain relief
This trial tests a wearable device called Japet.W+ to see if it can help reduce chronic low back pain. It might be an option for people who have had lower back pain for a long time and are looking for non-surgical relief.
Clermont-FerrandAges 18–80 - NCT07198412Recruiting
Study on sedation's effect on back pain after spinal anesthesia
This study looks at whether giving sedation (medicine to help you relax) during spinal anesthesia can reduce back pain after surgery. It's for people having certain types of surgery on their lower abdomen or legs.
Banhā, Qalyubia GovernorateAges 18–65 - NCT07214844Recruiting
Freezing vs. heating nerves for chronic low back pain
This study compares two procedures to treat long-term low back pain from the small joints in your spine. One uses extreme cold, the other uses heat to stop pain signals. It may help if you have had at least three months of back pain and other treatments haven't worked.
The Bronx, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT07248813Recruiting
Home-based rehab program for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a telerehabilitation program you can do from home using a smartphone or computer. It aims to improve function and reduce pain for people with chronic low back pain compared to usual care.
México, TexcocoAges 18–60 - 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+ - NCT07296653RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Prolotherapy for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a treatment called prolotherapy, which uses injections of a sugar solution into specific acupuncture points to help relieve chronic low back pain. It is for people who have had low back pain for at least 3 months, have not had previous back surgery, and have not received similar injections recently.
Athens, AtticaAges 35 years+ - NCT07298109Recruiting
Diaphragm Release for Chronic Low Back Pain
This study tests if releasing tension in the diaphragm muscle can help reduce chronic low back pain. It may be a treatment option for people whose back pain has lasted at least 12 weeks and has no clear cause.
KarabükAges 18–65 - NCT07317518Recruiting
Taping for chronic low back pain
This trial tests two different kinesio taping methods for people with chronic low back pain. The goal is to see how taping affects the fascia (connective tissue) in the lower back and whether it can help relieve pain.
Center, Kirşehi̇rAges 18–65 - NCT07327554Recruiting
Lumbar movement fluidity study for chronic low back pain
This trial uses wearable sensors to measure how smoothly your lower back moves before and after rehabilitation. It aims to see if rehabilitation improves movement fluidity in people with chronic low back pain.
MontpellierAges 18–65 - NCT07328126Recruiting
Muscle energy technique for low back pain relief
This trial tests a gentle muscle stretching method (muscle energy technique) on the latissimus dorsi muscle to see if it reduces pain, improves daily function, and increases spine movement in people with long-term low back pain.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 30–55 - NCT07332390Recruiting
Exercise study for chronic non-specific low back pain
This study compares two types of exercise programs—moderate load eccentric core exercises and Pilates—to see which is more effective for people with long-lasting low back pain that isn't caused by a specific medical condition.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07334756Recruiting
Mobilization therapy for long-term low back pain
This study tests gentle back movements (not forceful adjustments) to see if they help relieve low back pain that has lasted more than 3 months. If you have low back pain without leg pain, this may be an option to try.
Islamabad, Punjab ProvinceAges 18–45 - NCT07338045Recruiting
Baduanjin exercise for chronic low back pain in office workers
This trial tests whether an eight-week Baduanjin exercise program can reduce chronic low back pain and improve daily function in office workers. Baduanjin is a gentle mind-body practice that involves slow movements and breathing, and it may help relieve pain caused by prolonged sitting.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 20–55 - NCT07339631RecruitingPhase 1
Sodium Aescinate for Chronic Low Back Pain in Adults
This study tests an injectable medication called sodium aescinate (derived from horse chestnut) for people with chronic low back pain. It aims to see if it helps reduce pain and is safe to use.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–65
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for low back pain?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 348 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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