Ketamine for Veterans with Chronic Back Pain and Depression
Treatments studied
Part of Immune system & allergy, Lungs & breathing, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether ketamine, combined with talk therapy, can help veterans with both chronic low back pain and depression. The goal is to reduce pain and improve mood.
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Who can take part
- You have had moderate to severe low back pain for at least 3 months that makes daily activities hard.
- You are currently experiencing significant symptoms of depression.
- You have not changed your pain or depression medications in the past 4 weeks.
- You do not have planned surgery or other new treatments for your back pain in the next 4 months.
- You have an adult who can drive you home after the ketamine treatments.
- You do not have uncontrolled high blood pressure or certain heart or liver conditions.
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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