Comparing fusion surgery to rehab for chronic low back pain
Part of Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing, Pain clinical trials.
This trial compares two approaches for chronic low back pain caused by worn discs: lumbar fusion surgery versus a structured multidisciplinary rehabilitation program. It aims to see which treatment provides better long-term relief and function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 65 years old
- You have had low back pain for at least one year
- You have already tried treatments like exercise and physical therapy without enough relief
- Your back pain is worse than any leg pain
- You have one or two damaged discs in your lower back seen on an MRI
- You are not a current smoker
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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