Acupuncture for long-term low back pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether acupuncture can help people with ongoing low back pain. It aims to see if acupuncture reduces pain and improves daily function.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have had low back pain for more than 3 months.
- Your back pain is bothersome enough to rate at least 5 out of 10 on a pain scale.
- Your pain is not caused by a known condition like a fracture, infection, or cancer.
- You have not had acupuncture for your back pain in the last month.
- You are willing to try acupuncture and can avoid certain medications during the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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