Clinical trials
Spinal Stenosis clinical trials
Below are recruiting spinal stenosis clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 80 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06075979Recruiting
Microbes and spine health: a surgical study
This study looks at whether certain microbes (tiny living things) are linked to spine problems like herniated discs or narrow spinal canals. It involves people who need spine surgery, and the findings might help explain why some spines wear out faster.
Jinan, ShandongAges 18–85 - NCT06407063Recruiting
Long-term results after surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis
This study looks at patients who had back surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis and a condition called spondylolisthesis between 2007 and 2015. They want to see how many people needed another operation years later.
TromsøAges 18 years+ - NCT05767164Recruiting
Study links surgery outcomes to test results in cervical spine disease
This study looks at how measurements from symptoms, exams, and MRI results relate to recovery after a specific type of neck surgery (“single open-door” surgery). It may help doctors better predict who is more likely to do well after this operation.
Xi'an, Shannxi ProvinceAges 18–86 - NCT05895968Recruiting
Barbed Suture for Obese Patients Having Neck Surgery
This trial tests a special type of stitch (called barb suture) used during back-of-neck surgery. It is for people who are obese and need surgery for cervical spinal problems, to see if it helps recovery.
Xi'an, Shannxi ProvinceAges 28–85 - NCT06528730Recruiting
Study on new surgical guidelines for cervical myelopathy in Chinese patients
This trial is testing a new set of surgical criteria for people of Chinese ethnicity with a condition called degenerative cervical myelopathy (a spinal cord problem in the neck). It aims to see if these criteria can better identify who should have surgery.
Hong KongAges 45 years+ - NCT04066296RecruitingPhase 2
Testing a numbing medicine to improve back decompression outcomes
This Phase 2 study looks at whether a long-lasting local pain medicine (liposomal bupivacaine) can improve recovery and outcomes after surgery for lumbar stenosis (narrowing in the lower spine). You may be considered if you’re an adult needing decompression surgery and do not have reasons that would make surgery unsafe or different from the study’s plan.
Aurora, ColoradoAges 18 years+ - NCT04273828Recruiting
Study of muscle changes in chronic low back pain surgery
This study looks at how muscle degeneration relates to nerve-related symptoms in people with chronic low back pain. You may be eligible if you’ve tried non-surgical care but still need surgery to relieve nerve pressure.
São Paulo, São PauloAges 18 years+ - 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 - NCT04540068Recruiting
Predicting whether a sciatica procedure will work
This study looks for ways to predict how well a specific sciatica procedure (TEI) will help. If you have one-sided nerve pain from the low back, the trial may help personalize treatment so you’re less likely to go through ineffective care.
HaarlemAges 18 years+ - NCT04992572RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Comparing two types of anesthesia for back decompression surgery
This early study compares two anesthesia approaches during lumbar decompression (back surgery to relieve pressure on nerves). It may help improve comfort and safety during surgery, but whether you personally benefit is not yet known.
Redwood City, CaliforniaAges 40–95 - NCT05029726RecruitingPhase 4
Numbing medicine during back surgery to reduce pain
This trial tests a regional anesthesia (numbing medicine given near nerves) during minimally invasive lumbar spine surgery. The goal is to see if it helps control pain around surgery and improves recovery comfort.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–80 - 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 - NCT05306665Recruiting
Preventing pain after spine surgery
This study looks at ways to reduce pain after certain spine surgeries. If you’re having one of these procedures, you may be invited to try a pain-prevention approach and help researchers understand what works best.
Chestnut Hill, MassachusettsAges 22 years+ - NCT05329129Recruiting
Spine surgery registry to track recovery with bone graft
This study follows people who are having spinal fusion surgery using an OssDsign bone graft. It collects health and scan information over time to better understand recovery and outcomes after surgery.
Fresno, CaliforniaAges 21 years+ - NCT05366140Recruiting
Implanet Jazz spine fusion for adults needing thoracolumbar stabilization
This trial looks at using the Implanet Jazz system during spine fusion surgery for adults who need stabilization in the middle-to-lower back. It may help patients by improving how well the fused spine heals and stays in place.
Lexington, KentuckyAges 18–100 - NCT05504499Recruiting
Test a new implant for low back pain with mild narrowing
This trial studies a new spine implant placed between the bones to help relieve low back pain. You may be a candidate if imaging shows mild-to-moderate spinal narrowing and you’ve already tried non-surgical treatments for at least 3 months.
Santa Rosa, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05856539Recruiting
Numbing nerve block during minimally invasive low back surgery
This trial tests whether an “ESP block” (a numbing injection near the spine) can help control pain during minimally invasive low back fusion surgery. If you’re having this surgery, the goal is to improve comfort and reduce pain medicine needs.
New York, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT05963815Recruiting
Spine surgery follow-up using online patient-reported questionnaires
This study looks at recovery after planned (elective) surgery for common lower-back (“lumbar”) spine problems like slipped discs, disc bulges, and narrowing of the spinal canal. You may be asked to complete online questionnaires, and the study uses your answers to understand symptoms and outcomes after surgery.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 18–80 - NCT06024785Recruiting
Vertebropexy trial for lumbar spine surgery
This trial compares a new surgical technique called vertebropexy to standard fusion surgery for people with lower back problems like spinal canal narrowing or slipped vertebrae. The goal is to see if vertebropexy works as well or better with less recovery time.
ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT06140927RecruitingPhase 3
Ketamine's effect on spinal monitoring during back surgery
This study tests if giving ketamine during certain back surgeries affects how well doctors can monitor your spinal nerves during the operation. It's for adults having a posterior spinal fusion.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 18–100 - NCT06157177RecruitingPhase 4
M640 for acute low back pain study
This trial tests a new treatment (M640) for people with acute low back pain, with or without sciatica. It aims to see if M640 can help reduce pain quickly.
Auburn, AlabamaAges 18–80 - NCT06320899Recruiting
Comparing different rods for lower back spine surgery
This study tests two types of rods (mid/high-flex vs low-flex) used during back surgery for people with degenerative spine problems in the lower back. The goal is to see which type helps reduce pain and improve movement better.
AarbergAges 18–99 - NCT06367855RecruitingPhase 4
Dexamethasone before spine surgery for pain control
This study tests whether giving a single dose of the steroid dexamethasone before minimally invasive spine surgery can help reduce pain and inflammation afterward. It is for people aged 50–80 who are having surgery on 1 or 2 levels of their lower back and have not had spine surgery before.
Pathum Thani, Changwat Pathum ThaniAges 50–80 - NCT07348419Recruiting
Pain blocks after single-level lumbar disc surgery
This study compares two types of pain-blocking injections (Quadro-Iliac vs Thoracolumbar Interfascial Plane Block) to see which provides better pain relief after a single-level lumbar disc surgery. If you are having this surgery, the trial may help you have less pain and use fewer pain medicines afterwards.
SamsunAges 18–70
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for spinal stenosis?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 80 recruiting spinal stenosis 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 spinal stenosis 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 spinal stenosis 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.