Therapeutic Exercise and Education for Low Back Pain (NCT07713082) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Therapeutic Exercise and Education for Low Back Pain
132 participantsStarted 2027-03
Plain-language summary
This study will evaluate a new treatment program for patients with ongoing or long-term low back pain who receive care at primary care physiotherapy units. Participants with subacute or chronic nonspecific low back pain will be randomly divided into three groups for comparison of their progress. The first group will receive an eight-week program of therapeutic exercise and health education, which will be delivered entirely online. The second group will receive the same exercise and education program in face-to-face sessions. The third group will receive standard physiotherapy care. The study will last eight weeks, and researchers will follow up with participants three months later. The project's main goal is to measure changes in participants' daily disability levels. The researchers will also examine other important factors, such as pain intensity, fear of movement, anxiety, depression, quality of life, and overall satisfaction with the care received. Measurements will be taken before the study begins, immediately after the eight-week program ends, and at the three-month follow-up. This trial aims to find more accessible, evidence-based ways to treat back pain, reduce hospital waiting lists, and improve patient well-being by combining digital and in-person care.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion criteria:
* Patients with non-specific low back pain, aged 18 years or older.
* Pain duration of more than six weeks
* Onset or modification of low back pain with maintenance of positions and/or movements
* Presenting a mild-to-moderate level of disability, as determined by the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) questionnaire.
* Presence of limitations or symptoms in at least two range of motion (ROM) or coordination assessment tests, as described in clinical guidelines:
* Lumbar and/or hip range of motion (ROM) measured with inclinometry Prone instability test
* Presence of aberrant movements:
* Painful arc with flexion or return from flexion
* Instability catch
* Gower sign
* Reversal of lumbopelvic rhythm
* Strength and endurance of the abdominal musculature
* Email access and a device with an internet connection are required.
* Availability and willingness to participate in all study sessions.
Exclusion criteria:
* Presence of acute, nociplastic, radicular, and/or referred pain
* Presence of red flags
* Previous surgeries in the spine, pelvis, or hip
* Presence of concomitant cardiovascular, neurological, endocrine, or immune pathologies that prevent physical activity
* Presence of psychiatric disorders
* Pregnancy
* Having received physiotherapy treatment, analgesic blocks, corticosteroid injections, or any other type of intervention within the last three months
* Changes in lifestyle habits, work conditions, or physical activity levels within the last…
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 in disability level
Timeframe: From the time of enrollment in the study through the end of treatment (eight weeks) and the follow-up period (12 weeks after the end of treatment).