Low Back and Neck Pain in Nursing Students at The University of The West Indies (NCT07167888) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Low Back and Neck Pain in Nursing Students at The University of The West Indies
Jamaica400 participantsStarted 2026-04-01
Plain-language summary
The purpose of this study is to identify the prevalence of neck and low back pain in nursing students enrolled at the University of the West Indies, Mona; to assess their knowledge, attitude and practice of good spine health and to determine the outcome of a standardised spine exercise program on nursing students experiencing neck and low back pain, using a prospective randomised control design.
Who can participate
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Inclusion criteria
. All students enrolled in the student nursing program at the University of the West Indies, Mona Campus, Jamaica during the period October 4, 2025 to October 3, 2026.
. Individuals who express a willingness to consent to the study.
. Individuals who express a willingness to adhere to the standardised exercise program for the stipulated period.
Exclusion criteria
. Individuals with a history of having spine surgery.
. Individuals who were previously diagnosed with spine pathology and currently receiving rehabilitation therapy.
. Individuals who express an unwillingness to participate in the study.
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Change from Baseline in the Cornell Musculoskeletal Discomfort Questionnaire (CMDQ)
Timeframe: From enrollment to the end of treatment at eight (8) weeks