Directional preference in lumbar spinal stenosis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study looks at whether people with lumbar spinal stenosis (a narrowing in the lower spine) have a 'directional preference'—a specific movement or position that eases their symptoms. If you have leg or buttock pain when walking, this trial may help find better ways to treat your condition.
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Who can take part
- Pain in the buttock, thigh, or leg when walking for at least 12 weeks
- An MRI or CT scan showing narrowing in your lower spine
- Age over 48 years
- Willing to have physical therapy that includes tests like a treadmill walk
- No prior spine surgery or conditions like rheumatoid arthritis or active cancer
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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