Comparing two minimally invasive back surgeries for spinal slippage
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two types of minimally invasive back surgery for patients with a single slipped vertebra in the lower back that hasn't improved with other treatments. It aims to find out which procedure—endoscopic decompression or MIS-TLIF (a fusion technique)—provides better relief and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You have a single level of lumbar spinal slippage (grade I or II).
- You've tried non-surgical treatments (like therapy or medication) for at least 3 months without success.
- Your lower back is stable in bending X-rays (not too much movement).
- You haven't had previous surgery on your lower back.
- You don't have severe narrowing of the nerve canals (foraminal stenosis), infection, tumors, or fractures in your spine.
- You are able to stay in a face-down position during surgery and follow up for a year.
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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