The Efficacy of Zoledronic Acid in Modic Changes-related Low Back Pain (LBP)
Low Back PainModic changes are associated with low back pain (LBP) both in clinical and general population-based samples. Type I changes are regarded as more likely to be painful than type II changes. Several studies suggest that type I changes are inflammatory in nature.
Intraarticular Lumbar Joint Corticosteroid Injection(s) as a Treatment of Chronic Low Back Pain...
Low Back PainSubjects (N=120) who have had non-radicular low back pain, believed by clinical assessment and imaging to be consistent with lumbar zygapophysial joint (Z-joint) generated pain, who have failed conservative therapy including physical therapy, have had an initial >80% pain relief on a diagnostic medial branch block, and are scheduled to undergo a routine second medial branch block for facet mediated pain will be randomized. Both groups will receive the standard of care, a medial branch block. The treatment group will also receive one set of intra-articular lumbar Z-joint corticosteroid injection and the placebo group will receive intra-articular normal saline.
Aging Successfully With Pain
Low Back PainThe primary objective of this study is to determine the effectiveness of a mind-body program in increasing function and reducing pain among older adults with chronic low back pain
Improvement in Pain,Function and HRQoL ( Health Related Quality of Life) in Subacute Low Back Pain:...
Back Pain Lower BackOur clinical trial has the purpose to evaluate the effectiveness in reducing pain and improving function and quality of life during a 6-months follow-up of a therapeutic exercise program compared to pharmacological treatment with NSAIDs in patients with subacute low back pain attending the physiatrist consultation of several ambulatory health centers in Medellín during the years 2009-2010.
Efficacy of Classification Based 'Cognitive Functional Therapy' in Patients With Non Specific Chronic...
Chronic Low Back PainA randomized controlled trial of the efficacy of classification based cognitive functional physiotherapy according to the system proposed by Peter O'Sullivan as compared to manual therapy and exercise in patients with non specific chronic low back pain. The investigators hypothesis was that treatment targeted at the mechanism behind the problem from a multidimensional perspective would be superior to traditional treatment.
Efficacy and Safety Study of Buprenorphine HCl Buccal Film in Subjects With Low Back Pain
PainLow Back PainThe purpose of this study is to determine whether buprenorphine hydrochloride (HCl) buccal film is effective and safe in the treatment of chronic low back pain (CLBP).
A Six Week Study Of The Pain Relieving Effects Of Celecoxib 200 Mg Twice Daily Compared To Tramadol...
Low Back PainTo compare the analgesic effectiveness of celecoxib and tramadol in subjects with Chronic Low Back Pain measured by the Numerical Rating Scale (NRS-Pain) at Week 6
Elderly Back Pain: Comparing Chiropractic to Medical Care
Subacute Low Back PainChronic Low Back PainThe purpose of this study is to compare the clinical effectiveness of two types of chiropractic spinal manipulation to conservative medical care for patients at least 55 years old with sub-acute or chronic low back pain (LBP).
Effects of a Mulligan Mobilisation in the Lumbar Flexion Range of Asymptomatic Subjects
Low Back PainMulligan's mobilisation techniques are believed to increase the range of movement (ROM) in patients with low back pain. The primary aim of this study was to investigate the mechanical effects of Mulligan's "SNAG" technique on lumbar flexion ROM. The secondary aim was to measure the intra- and inter-day reliability of lumbar ROM employing the same procedure, and utilising a 3-D motion analysis system for measuring range of motion (ROM).
A Study to Evaluate Two Formulations of Carisoprodol in Subjects With Musculoskeletal Spasm of the...
Lower Back PainThe purpose of this study is to determine if two sustained released formulations of carisoprodol are more effective than placebo.