Back pain sensitivity as a predictor of recovery
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study looks at whether increased sensitivity to pain in people with chronic low back pain might predict how well they recover. It aims to help doctors understand which treatments might work best for each person.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must be between 18 and 65 years old.
- You must have had low back pain for at least 3 months that is not caused by a specific injury or disease.
- You must be willing to take part and sign a consent form.
- You must not have had serious spinal surgery or major back trauma.
- You must not be pregnant, breastfeeding, or in the postpartum period.
- You must not have changed any antidepressant or nerve pain medication (like gabapentin) in the last 3 months.
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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