Comparing two surgical approaches for lumbar spinal stenosis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two types of surgery to relieve pressure on the nerves in your lower back caused by narrowing of the spinal canal. One is a traditional open surgery, and the other is a microsurgery using a microscope for a smaller incision. Both aim to reduce pain and improve function.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with narrowing of the spinal canal in your lower back (lumbar spinal stenosis).
- The narrowing is limited to one or two levels of your spine.
- You have not had any previous surgery on your lower back.
- You do not have a condition where a spine bone slips (spondylolisthesis) or a curved spine (scoliosis).
- Your stenosis is not caused by a tumor, abscess, or infection.
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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