Pilot Study to Test the Effectiveness of Combining Conventional and Complementary Medicine to Treat Low Back Pain
Low Back Pain
About this trial
This is an interventional treatment trial for Low Back Pain focused on measuring Back Pain, Integrative Care, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Exercise, Massage Therapy, Mind-Body Therapy, Nutritional Counseling, Complementary Therapies, Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Low back pain beginning 3 to 6 weeks prior to study entry Patient of Partners Occupational Health Center or Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates (HVMA) Able to speak and understand English Willing and able to comply with all study requirements Exclusion Criteria: History of back surgery within 3 years prior to study entry History of vertebral fracture or dislocation Progressive or severe neurological symptoms such as loss of bowel or bladder control, numbness in groin or rectal area, or extreme leg weakness Severe inflammation of the vertebrae, stiffening of the joints and ligaments, or scoliosis Pacemaker or implanted defibrillator Underlying systemic or visceral disease which might be causing back pain Osteoporosis Cancer within 5 years prior to study entry. Participants with non-melanoma skin cancer are not excluded. Unexplained weight loss or recent unexplained fever Bleeding disorder or current use of anticoagulant medication Any disabling medical condition Major organ transplantation Current use of systemic corticosteroids Current use of immunosuppressive medications Current use of intravenous drugs Pregnancy