Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational Ages 18 and up

Understanding multiple health issues in patients with spinal pain

Official title: Workpackage 1: Baseline Prevalence and Implications of Multimorbidity for the Management of Spinal Pain Workpackage 2: The Influence of Multimorbidity Treatment Burden on Long-term Prognosis of Individuals With Spinal Pain

Run by Aalborg University Hospital · NCT06402409 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study looks at how common it is for people with back and neck pain to have other health issues and how these affect their treatment and recovery.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
Enrollment2000 (estimated)
SponsorAalborg University Hospital
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Aalborg)
StatusRecruiting
StartedApril 1, 2024
Main results expectedOctober 1, 2026
Study endsOctober 1, 2026
Registry record updatedApril 14, 2026
Trial IDNCT06402409 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and older diagnosed with neck or back pain confirmed by a rheumatologist.

Probably not a fit

Patients who do not speak, read, or understand Danish 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 the prevalence of multimorbidity among patients suffering from spinal pain, specifically focusing on back and neck pain. It consists of two work packages: the first assesses the prevalence of multimorbidity and its impact on healthcare utilization and diagnostic processes, while the second investigates the treatment burden associated with multimorbidity and its effect on patient outcomes during rehabilitation. Data will be collected from patients referred to the Department of Rheumatology at Aalborg University Hospital and the Medical Spine Clinic in Silkeborg using questionnaires and electronic health records.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of how multiple health conditions affect treatment and outcomes for patients with spinal pain.

How similar studies have gone: While studies on multimorbidity exist, this specific focus on spinal pain and its treatment burden is relatively novel.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* 18 years old or above
* Are diagnosed with neck or back pain
* Diagnosis is established by or confirmed by a rheumatologist (clinical expert opinion)
* Speak, read and understand Danish

Exclusion Criteria:

* Withdraw consent

Where it's running

  • Aalborg University Hospital
    Aalborg, Denmark
    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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.