Exploring treatment preferences for chronic low back and neck pain
Investigation of Conservative Treatment Preferences of Patients With Chronic Low Back and Neck Pain
This study is trying to find out what treatment options people with chronic low back and neck pain prefer and how those choices affect their satisfaction and pain levels.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 100 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (İstanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06898502 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to understand the treatment preferences of patients suffering from chronic low back and neck pain, focusing on various physiotherapy methods. It will involve 100 participants who will be shown videos of different treatment options, including electrotherapy, manual therapy, and exercise. The study will compare patient satisfaction, pain intensity, and disability levels between those who receive their preferred treatment and those who do not. Additionally, it will investigate how demographic factors and psychological aspects influence treatment preferences.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older with chronic low back or neck pain rated at least 3 out of 10 on a pain scale.
Not a fit: Patients with recent physiotherapy treatment or specific medical conditions that contraindicate participation may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more personalized and effective treatment plans for patients with chronic pain.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown that understanding patient preferences can improve treatment outcomes, suggesting this approach may be beneficial.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Patients who presented to the Physical Therapy Clinic of Istanbul Training and Research Hospital within the last 3 months with self-reported low back or neck pain intensity of at least 3 out of 10 on the NPRS (Numeric Pain Rating Scale), * Patients aged 18 years or older, * Patients who volunteered to participate in the study, * Patients who have the ability to understand the assessment scales, * Patients who do not have any contraindications to being included in the treatment program, These patients were included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Having undergone a physiotherapy program for low back or neck pain within the last 3 months, * Having pain persisting for less than 3 months, * Presence of radiculopathy or nerve root compression findings, inflammatory disease, serious metabolic, endocrine, cardiovascular, pulmonary, genitourinary, gastrointestinal, progressive/non-progressive central or peripheral neurological disease, or a history of malignancy, * Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, and those with serious musculoskeletal disorders other than low back or neck pain, * Patients whose self-reported low back or neck pain intensity in the last 3 months was less than 3 out of 10 on the NPRS (Numeric Pain Rating Scale) were excluded from the study.
Where this trial is running
İstanbul
- Istanbul University Cerrahpaşa — İstanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: sema öztürk, Master's student — Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
- Study coordinator: Sema Öztürk, Master's student
- Email: semaozturk@ogr.iuc.edu.tr
- Phone: +90 531 272 32 78
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.