Low-dose laser acupuncture for low back pain
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This trial tests if a low-dose laser acupuncture treatment can help people with chronic low back pain that has lasted at least 12 weeks. It involves weekly sessions at a clinic in Malaysia and a follow-up phone call 3 months later.
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Who can take part
- You have had low back pain for at least 12 weeks.
- Your pain level is at least a 3 on a 0–10 scale.
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You can attend treatment sessions at the clinic in Malaysia and do a 3-month follow-up by phone.
- You have not taken any painkillers (including over-the-counter ones) or had acupuncture in the past 30 days.
- You do not have any serious medical conditions, a history of spine surgery, or a BMI over 34.9.
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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