Understanding and treating lower back pain more effectively
Back Pain Consortium (BACPAC) Research Program Data Integration, Algorithm Development and Operations Management Center
This study is all about finding better ways to help people with lower back pain by figuring out what causes it and creating personalized treatments just for you, with the help of different research teams working together.
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-10396871 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research program aims to improve the understanding of lower back pain by discovering its underlying mechanisms and developing targeted interventions for individual patients. It involves the integration of data and algorithms to support clinical trials that evaluate new treatment options. By focusing on precision medicine, the program seeks to identify the most effective therapies tailored to specific patient needs. The initiative emphasizes collaboration among various research centers to enhance the overall effectiveness of the research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation include individuals experiencing chronic lower back pain who may benefit from tailored treatment approaches.
Not a fit: Patients with acute back pain or those whose conditions do not involve chronic lower back pain may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective and personalized treatments for individuals suffering from lower back pain.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in precision medicine for chronic pain has shown promising results, indicating that this approach could be effective in improving patient outcomes.
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.