Examining the effects of yoga on chronic back pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This research investigates whether a standardized 6-week yoga program is more effective than usual conservative therapies for treating chronic back pain over a period of 6 months. Chronic low back pain is a significant health issue that often leads to lost workdays and increased healthcare costs, and current treatment options are limited. The study aims to provide further evidence on the efficacy of yoga as a treatment modality, following recent guidelines that have recognized yoga as a potential therapy for this condition.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Willingness to and ability to participate in study procedures
* Chronic back pain (pain above the gluteal cleft of at least 3 months duration)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Indication for surgery (i.e., fracture, infection, scoliosis, spondylolisthesis)
* Cardiac, pulmonary or other medical comorbidities that preclude participation in yoga practice

Where it's running

• NYULangone
  New York, New York, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Erich Anderer — NYU Langone Health
• Study coordinator: Erich Anderer, MD
• Email: erich.anderer@nyulangone.org
• Phone: (718) 630-6580

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.