Finding genetic factors that affect outcomes for Veterans with chronic low back pain
Official title: Identifying genetic predictors of outcomes for Veterans with chronic low back pain and lumbosacral spinal disorders
Funded at VA Puget Sound Healthcare System · NIH-11055348 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how your genes might help doctors choose the best treatment for Veterans with ongoing low back pain or those needing surgery, so they can get better care and feel better faster.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | VA Puget Sound Healthcare System NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Seattle, United States) |
| Project start | January 1, 2023 |
| Project end | December 31, 2025 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| NIH project number | 5I01RX004291-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11055348 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans experiencing chronic low back pain or those undergoing surgical treatments for spinal disorders.
✕Less likely to help
Patients with acute low back pain or those not affiliated with the Veterans Affairs healthcare system may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates how genetic factors can predict the outcomes of treatment for Veterans suffering from chronic low back pain and related spinal disorders. By analyzing electronic health records and genomic data, the study aims to develop personalized treatment approaches that could improve care efficiency and patient outcomes. The research focuses on two main groups of patients: those with persistent low back pain and those requiring surgical interventions. The goal is to create robust prediction models that can guide clinical decisions and enhance treatment effectiveness.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatment options for Veterans with chronic low back pain.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown promise in using genetic and clinical data to improve treatment outcomes for chronic pain, indicating that this approach could be effective.
Where this research is happening
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VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
Seattle, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Suri, Pradeep — VA Puget Sound Healthcare System
- Study coordinator: Suri, Pradeep
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.