Vibration exposure and spine pain in veterans
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Injuries & trauma, Pain clinical trials.
This study looks at how whole-body vibration from military vehicles may contribute to back pain and spine problems in veterans aged 20–45. It aims to understand both short-term and long-term effects.
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Who can take part
- You are a U.S. military veteran aged 20 to 45
- You can speak English
- Your body mass index (BMI) is under 30
- You can sit upright for 60 minutes
- You can drive to Deerfield, Illinois for study visits
- You can walk without assistance
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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