Understanding and treating chronic lower back pain
Back Pain Consortium (BACPAC) Research Program Data Integration, Algorithm Development and Operations Management Center
This study is looking into what causes chronic lower back pain and how to create personalized treatments just for you, so you can feel better and get back to doing what you love.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11078484 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research program aims to uncover the mechanisms behind chronic lower back pain and develop personalized treatment interventions. By utilizing advanced data integration and algorithm development, the program will analyze patient data to identify effective therapies tailored to individual needs. The approach emphasizes collaboration among various research centers and the use of cutting-edge technologies to enhance patient outcomes. Patients may be involved in clinical trials that test these new interventions, contributing to a better understanding of their condition.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults aged 21 and older who experience chronic lower back pain.
Not a fit: Patients with acute back pain or those under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatments for individuals suffering from chronic lower back pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using data-driven approaches to improve treatment outcomes for chronic pain conditions, indicating that this methodology could be effective.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Anstrom, Kevin J — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Anstrom, Kevin J
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 below.