Clinical trials: Back Injury
Bankart Lesion, Acetabular Labrum Tear
S&P of Q-Fix™ All-Suture Anchor System
Post-market clinical follow-up needed to address existing clinical data and gaps on the existing Q-Fix™ device and meet existing MDD/MEDDEV requirements
- Conditions
- Bankart Lesion, Acetabular Labrum Tear, SLAP Lesion, Acromioclavicular Sprain
- Trial name
- NCT03594071
- Testing
- The Q-Fix™ All-Suture Anchor
- Where
- 5 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 294 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Smith & Nephew, Inc.
Spinal Fractures, Fractures, Compression
The Kiva® System as a Vertebral Augmentation Treatment
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of the Kiva VCF Treatment system in comparison to balloon kyphoplasty for the treatment of osteoporotic vertebral compression fractures of the thoracic or…
- Conditions
- Spinal Fractures, Fractures, Compression, Back Injuries
- Trial name
- KAST (NCT01123512)
- Testing
- Vertebral augmentation
- Where
- 21 sites in United States, Belgium and 3 more
- Volunteers
- 300 people
- Sponsor
- Benvenue Medical, Inc.
Knee Injuries and Disorders, Ankle Injuries and Disorders
Prevention of Musculoskeletal Injuries in Slovenian Armed Forces
Physical readiness of military personnel is a cornerstone of any army, as soldiers are expected to meet high physical demands on a daily basis, and soldiers must complete one hour of physical conditioning each day.
- Conditions
- Knee Injuries and Disorders, Ankle Injuries and Disorders, Low Back Pain
- Trial name
- NCT03415464
- Testing
- Exercise
- Where
- Slovenia
- Volunteers
- 160 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Ljubljana
Sacroiliac Strain, Low Back Pain
Correction of Low Back Pain From Sacroiliac Malrotation With a Simple in Home Exercise
60 participants with low back pain will be examined to determine the direction and extent of sacroiliac malrotation. If malrotation exists, they will be randomized to 3 treatment groups: 1 will be taught how to use their thigh to…
- Trial name
- SIbackpain (NCT03888235)
- Testing
- Immediate corrective exercises, Immediate use of pelvic support belt, Delayed treatment
- Where
- Canada
- Volunteers
- 62 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of British Columbia
Spinal Injuries
Carestream Digital Radiography Long Length Imaging Software Data Collection Protocol
The study objective is to acquire composite images generated by the Carestream Long Length Imaging (LLI) software and demonstrate that the images stitched using the Carestream LLI software and the images stitched using a approved…
- Trial name
- LLI-MSE (NCT01592435)
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 76 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Carestream Health, Inc.
Neuromuscular Scoliosis
Wound Vac Bandage Comparison After Spinal Fusion
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of incisional vacuum-assisted closure (VAC) therapy in the prevention of infection after posterior spinal fusion for pediatric neuromuscular scoliosis, in comparison to a…
- Trial name
- WV (NCT03000010)
- Testing
- Incisional Wound Vac, Standard Bandage
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 41 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of Michigan
Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
Bracing and Strengthening for Posterior Tibial Tendon Dysfunction
Posterior tibial tendon dysfunction (PTTD) is a problem with the tendon connecting one of the lower leg muscles to the foot bone. PTTD can cause pain, swelling, and a flattened foot and may require surgery if left untreated.
- Trial name
- NCT00756457
- Testing
- Bracing, Strengthening exercises, Stretching exercises
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 39 people
- Sponsor
- Ithaca College
Chronic Pain
Study to Evaluate the Long-Term Safety of Hydrocodone Bitartrate Extended-Release Tablets (CEP-33237) in Patients Who Require Opioid Treatment for an Extended Period of Time
The primary objective of this study is to evaluate the safety of hydrocodone extended-release tablets when used over a 12-month period in patients with chronic pain, as assessed by adverse events, clinical laboratory results…
- Trial name
- NCT01223365
- Testing
- Hydrocodone ER
- Where
- 54 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 330 people
- Sponsor
- Teva Branded Pharmaceutical Products R&D, Inc.
Spinal Cord Injuries, Paraplegia
Epidural and Dorsal Root Stimulation in Humans With Spinal Cord Injury
A study to compare electrophysiologic activity of epidural stimulation and dorsal root ganglion stimulation, as well as quantify changes in motor performance with both types of stimulation over the course of 10 rehabilitation…
- Conditions
- Spinal Cord Injuries, Paraplegia, Tetraplegia, Paralysis
- Trial name
- NCT04736849
- Testing
- Percutaneous epidural and dorsal root stimulation
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 22 people
- Sponsor
- Peter J. Grahn, Ph.D.
Spinal Fractures, Osteoporosis
Vertebroplasty for the Treatment of Fractures Due to Osteoporosis
Vertebroplasty is a procedure used to stabilize broken vertebrae, the bones that form the spine. This study will evaluate the effectiveness of vertebroplasty for the treatment of fractures due to osteoporosis.
- Trial name
- NCT00068822
- Testing
- Percutaneous vertebroplasty
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 131 people
- Sponsor
- Mayo Clinic
Metastatic Cancers, Multiple Myeloma
Vertebral Augmentation and Radiotherapy of Collapse Spinal Metastatic Cancer
Vertebral augmentation with radiotherapy to increase the functional status and quality of life for patients with vertebral body metastatic cancers.
- Conditions
- Metastatic Cancers, Multiple Myeloma, Vertebral Fracture
- Trial name
- NCT02376933
- Testing
- Vertebroplasty, Radiotherapy
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 11 people
- Sponsor
- University of Arizona
Hip Injuries
THA Kinematics and Sound for Subjects Implanted Using Various Surgical Approaches
In a previous study conducted within the Center for Musculoskeletal Research (CMR) on Total Hip Arthroplasties (THA), it was determined that the investigators could simultaneously capture in vivo sound and motion of the femoral…
- Trial name
- THA (NCT01833481)
- Testing
- Fluoroscopy surveillance of patients while walking
- Where
- 3 sites in United States, Canada
- Volunteers
- 30 people
- Sponsor
- The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Back Strain, Neck Strain
Heat Versus Ice in the Acute Management of Neck and Back Strain Injuries
Muscle sprains of the back and neck are very common. In addition to pain and antiinflammatory medications the use of either cold or hot packs has been recommended.
- Trial name
- NCT01535365
- Testing
- Heat, Cold
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 60 people
- Sponsor
- Stony Brook University
Male Osteoporosis
Efficacy in Reducing Fractures and Safety of Zoledronic Acid in Men With Osteoporosis
This study will investigate if the drug zoledronic acid given once yearly is safe and has beneficial effects in treating osteoporosis by reducing bone loss and fractures in men with osteoporosis.
- Trial name
- NCT00439647
- Testing
- Zoledronic acid 5 mg iv
- Where
- 128 sites in Argentina, Australia and 21 more
- Volunteers
- 1,199 people
- Sponsor
- Novartis Pharmaceuticals
Cervical Spinal Cord Injury, Spine Injury
Dose Escalation Study of AST-OPC1 in Spinal Cord Injury
The purpose of this study is to evaluate the safety of cross sequential escalating doses of AST-OPC1 administered among 5 cohorts at a single time-point between 21 and 42 days post injury, inclusively, to subjects with subacute…
- Conditions
- Cervical Spinal Cord Injury, Spine Injury, Spinal Cord Trauma
- Trial name
- NCT02302157
- Testing
- AST-OPC1
- Where
- 9 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 25 people
- Sponsor
- Lineage Cell Therapeutics, Inc.
Sickle Cell Disease, Sickle Cell Anemia
Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) Bone Pain Study
A prospective study to determine how low bone mineral density and/or vertebral compression fractures associate with pain in adults with sickle cell disease
- Conditions
- Sickle Cell Disease, Sickle Cell Anemia, Low Bone Density, Osteoporosis
- Trial name
- NCT05283148
- Testing
- Dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry, Vertebral fracture analysis, Adult Sickle Cell Quality of Life Measurement System pain impact questionnaire
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 53 people
- Sponsor
- University of California, Davis
Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal Injury
Does Self-efficacy Predict Outcomes Among U.S. Military Academy Cadets During Initial Entry Training?
Background: Lower back injuries are a common occurrence in athletes, sports programs, and in the military (Bengtsson, 2018; Lovalekar, 2021).
- Trial name
- NCT05453110
- Testing
- Deadlift Form Education
- Where
- United States
- Volunteers
- 903 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- Keller Army Community Hospital
Laminectomy, Post-laminectomy Syndrome
Spinal Cord Stimulation in Patients With Post-Laminectomy Syndrome in Testing Phase
Traditionally, pain relief through spinal cord stimulation has been associated with the appearance of paresthesia in the affected area.
- Conditions
- Laminectomy, Post-laminectomy Syndrome, Spinal Cord Syndrome, Failed Back Surgery Syndrome
- Trial name
- NCT03702010
- Testing
- spinal cord stimulation conventional, spinal cord stimulation experimental
- Where
- 2 sites in Spain
- Volunteers
- 27 people
- Sponsor
- Fundación Instituto de Estudios de Ciencias de la Salud de Castilla y León
Lower Back Injury
Reduction of Risk for Low Back Injury in Theater of Operations
The investigators will conduct a controlled clinical trial with U.S. Army soldiers training to become combat medics. The purpose of this study is to determine if a 11-week, high intensity exercise program targeting the low back…
- Trial name
- NCT01401842
- Testing
- Lumbar ext. high intensity progressive resistance exercise, Low intensity core stabilization exercise
- Where
- 2 sites in United States
- Volunteers
- 582 people, healthy volunteers welcome
- Sponsor
- University of South Florida
Postmenopausal Osteoporosis
VERtebral Fracture Treatment Comparisons in Osteoporotic Women
The primary purpose of participation in this study is to answer whether teriparatide is superior to risedronate in reducing the occurrence of new vertebral fractures during 24 months of therapy.
- Trial name
- VERO (NCT01709110)
- Testing
- Teriparatide, Risedronate, Calcium
- Where
- 103 sites in United States, Argentina and 13 more
- Volunteers
- 1,366 people
- Sponsor
- Eli Lilly and Company