Spinal decompression without implants for lumbar stenosis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial tests whether removing pressure on spinal nerves alone, without any hardware, can help fix spine balance and reduce pain in people with lumbar stenosis. It is for those who have had leg pain or trouble walking for at least 3 months and plan to have surgery without implants.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 45 years old or older.
- You have leg pain or trouble walking caused by narrow spinal canal, with or without back pain, confirmed by MRI.
- You have had these symptoms for at least 3 months before surgery.
- You have not had any prior back surgery.
- You do not have a spine curve (scoliosis) greater than 20 degrees or scoliosis from a cause like a fracture.
- You are willing to have follow-up imaging and exams as needed.
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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