Education and exercises for managing low back pain
GLA:D® Back: Implementation of Group-based Patient Education and Exercises to Support Self-management of Back Pain
This study is testing whether a new program of education and exercise can help people with ongoing low back pain feel better and improve their care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 1500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University of Southern Denmark Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Odense) |
| Trial ID | NCT03570463 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
The GLA:D Back project focuses on implementing standardized patient education and exercise therapy for individuals with persistent or recurrent low back pain. It evaluates both clinician-level and patient-level outcomes through a hybrid implementation-effectiveness design. Clinicians participate in a two-day training course to learn how to deliver evidence-based care, and the study measures the adoption and fidelity of the program in clinical practice. Patient outcomes are tracked through questionnaires and registry data to assess the quality of care provided.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this program are individuals experiencing persistent or recurrent low back pain who seek improved self-management strategies.
Not a fit: Patients with back pain related to specific spinal or systemic pathology or signs of acute nerve root involvement may not benefit from this program.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could empower patients to better manage their low back pain through education and structured exercise.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar educational and exercise-based interventions for managing low back pain, indicating a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: The decision to invite a patient to participate in the GLA:D Back program is at the discretion of the clinician. Clinicians are taught that the program was developed for people with persistent or recurrent low back pain and a need for improved self-management Exclusion Criteria: Back pain related to specific spinal or systemic pathology, signs of acute nerve root involvement
Where this trial is running
Odense
- University of Southern Denmark (central unit) — Odense, Denmark (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Alice Kongsted, PhD — University of Southern Denmark
- Study coordinator: Alice Kongsted, PhD
- Email: akongsted@health.sdu.dk
- Phone: +4565504531
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.