Clinical trial No longer in our active list Observational Ages 18 and up

Understanding changes in physical activity and motivation after rehabilitation for chronic low back pain

Official title: Changes in Physical Activity, Sedentary Behavior and Associated Motivations Following a Rehabilitation Program for Chronic Low Back Pain Patients

Run by Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes · NCT05404854 · Data updated 2026-05-14

This study is no longer in our active list. It may have stopped recruiting or finished. The details below are as of 2026-05-14 and are kept for reference. Check ClinicalTrials.gov for its current status, or see similar studies below.

This study looks at how physical activity and motivation change for people recovering from chronic low back pain after rehabilitation to see what helps or hinders them in staying active.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment156 (estimated)
SponsorCentre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nīmes
Academic / other
Locations3 sites (Clermont Ferrand and 2 other locations)
Trial IDNCT05404854 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates for this study are adults over 18 years old who are undergoing rehabilitation for chronic low back pain lasting more than three months.

Probably not a fit

Patients who are unable or unwilling to participate in questionnaires or those who are protected adults may not benefit from this study.

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 aims to explore how physical activity levels and sedentary behavior evolve in patients recovering from chronic low back pain (CLBP) after rehabilitation. It will assess the motivations behind these behaviors and measure both explicit and implicit attitudes towards physical activity. By analyzing these factors, the study seeks to identify barriers and facilitators to adopting a more active lifestyle among CLBP patients. The findings could inform future rehabilitation strategies and interventions.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved rehabilitation strategies that enhance physical activity and reduce disability in chronic low back pain patients.

How similar studies have gone: While there is existing literature on physical activity in chronic pain management, this specific approach focusing on motivation and behavior change in CLBP rehabilitation is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* Admitted to a rehabilitation program,
* Presenting chronic low back pain (i.e., \> 3 months),
* Age \> 18 years,
* Literacy.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Inability or refusal to answer a questionnaire,
* Protected adults,
* Participation in another study
* Withdrawal of consent,
* If deemed necessary by the principal investigator for the welfare and/or safety of the participant,
* In the event of an occurrence of a non-inclusion criterion.

Where it's running

  • CHU de Clermont Ferrand
    Clermont Ferrand, France
    Recruiting
  • CHU de Montpellier
    Montpellier, France
    Recruiting
  • CHU de Nîmes
    Nîmes, France
    Recruiting

Study contacts

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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.
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