Comparing two therapies for leg pain from a disc problem
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two types of gentle movement therapies to see which works better for leg pain caused by a mild disc problem in the lower back. It may help you if you have pain going down one leg and meet a few specific physical exam findings.
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Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 50 years old
- You have pain, numbness, or tingling down one leg (from your lower back)
- An MRI shows a mild disc bulge or herniation on one side
- Your straight-leg raise test (lifting your leg while lying down) causes leg pain between 30 and 70 degrees
- You have not had prior back surgery
- You are not pregnant
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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