Surgery outcomes for low back wear-and-tear in older adults
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study looks at the results of surgery for older adults (65+) who have severe low back pain caused by wear-and-tear in the lower spine (lumbar area). It aims to see how well surgery helps with pain and daily function.
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Who can take part
- You have low back pain that makes it hard to do daily activities.
- You are 65 years or older.
- An MRI shows wear-and-tear in your lower back that needs surgery.
- You do not have cancer, broken bones, recent injury, or infection in your spine.
- Problems are only in your lower back, not in your neck or mid-back.
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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