Usual Care Vs Choice of Alternative Rx: Low Back Pain
Acute Low Back Pain
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Acute Low Back Pain focused on measuring Backpain, Pain, Alternative Medicine, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Massage Therapy
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Backpain for less than 21 days Backpain within the last 24 hours No prior treatment or evaluation for this episode of backpain Ability to read and speak English Exclusion Criteria: Not low backpain Backpain for >21 days Already evaluated for this episode of backpain Already treated with acupuncture, chiropractic, massage therapy, or physical therapy for this episode of backpain Osteoporosis Taking systemic corticosteroids Pregnancy History of cancer (other than non-melanoma skin cancer) Clotting disorders or currently taking anti-coagulant medication Severe or disabling co-exiting problem (e.g. fibromyalgia, substance abuse, rheumatoid arthritis, etc.) Unable to read or speak English History of back or neck surgery within the last 5 years History of vertebral fracture or dislocation Neurological symptoms suggestive of Cauda Equina Syndrome Requires immediate referral to specialist
Sites / Locations
- Harvard Medical School Osher Institute