Leisure activities and quality of life in chronic low 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 observational study examines how participation in leisure activities relates to health-related quality of life among adults with chronic low back pain. Participants complete questionnaires to assess pain, physical function, activity levels, and leisure engagement, and researchers look for associations between these factors. The study does not involve an intervention or treatment. It aims to identify whether higher involvement in leisure activities corresponds with improved quality of life in this population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion criteria:

* Age ≥ 18 years.
* Diagnosis of chronic low back pain by a physician, defined as pain located in the lumbar region (between the lower edge of the sides and the gluteal fold) that is persistent or recurrent for at least 12 weeks.
* Ability to complete questionnaires in French, informed consent.
* Signed informed consent before any participation in the study.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Recent lumbar surgery (\< 6 months) or current surgical indication.
* Severe neurological condition (stroke, neurodegenerative diseases, head injury, etc.), active cancer, pregnancy.
* Severe psychiatric condition.
* Participation in another clinical trial within the last 6 months.
* Inability to understand French or to complete the questionnaires independently.
* Refusal to participate.
* Refusal to sign the informed consent form.

Where it's running

• Centre Hospitalier Valisana - site VALIDA
  Brussels, Belgium Recruiting
• Grand Hôpital de Charleroi
  Charleroi, Belgium Not yet recruiting

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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.