Biologic injection for low back disc problems
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if an injection can help people with a herniated disc in the lower back who have not gotten better with other treatments and are already planning surgery. It aims to see if the injection can reduce symptoms and possibly avoid or improve surgery outcomes.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 or older
- You have a herniated disc in your lower back confirmed by MRI or exam
- You have tried non-surgical treatments for at least 3 months without enough relief
- You are scheduled for a microdiscectomy (a type of back surgery)
- You are able to understand English and follow the study plan
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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