NCT07366827 Effectiveness of Motorised Lumbar Support for Non-specific Low Back Pain
| NCT ID | NCT07366827 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Laval University |
| Condition | Non-specific Low Back Pain |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 70 participants |
| Start Date | 2026-02-16 |
| Primary Completion | 2027-09-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 70 participants in total. It began in 2026-02-16 with a primary completion date of 2027-09-01.
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Brief Summary
Low back pain (LBP) represents a common musculoskeletal conditions worlwide, causing substantial disability and economic burden. While traditional semi-rigid lumbar supports are commonly prescribed to alleviate LBP symptoms, their effectiveness remains limited by their static mechanical properties and lack of adaptability to movement patterns. Motorized lumbar support offer a novel approach by allowing the application of controlled decompressive forces while maintaining functional mobility. This experimental study aims to compare the effectiveness between a motorized lumbar support and a standard semi-rigid support in adults with non-specific LBP. Seventy adults with non-specific low back pain (LBP) will be recruited. Primary outcomes (pain intensity and physical functioning \[daily average\]) will be collected daily, while secondary outcomes (average pain intensity over the last week, pain-related disability, etc.) will be assessed at baseline, 3 and 9 weeks after randomization.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria * Adults between 18 and 65 years old with non-specific low back pain. * Average pain level of ≥3 out of 10 during the previous week. * Pain-related disability ≥10% at ODI. * Pain relief must be present during manual traction, measured by a moderate improvement (+3) on a global rating of change scale (anchors: -7 to +7). Exclusion Criteria: * Specific cause of low back pain (e.g., fracture, cancer, spinal stenosis, severe spondylolisthesis) * Presence of neuropathic pain (leg or back of 4 at the DN4). * Pregnancy. * Body mass index \> 32. * Waist size between 74 and 115 cm. * Respiratory and circulatory conditions. * Osteoporosis. * Paraplegia and hemiplegia. * Abdominal wounds at the site of the orthosis. * Rib or pelvic fractures less than 3 months. * Presence of electronic medical device.
Contact & Investigator
Hugo Massé-Alarie, PhD
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
Laval University
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07366827 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 18 Years or older, up to 65 Years, studying Non-specific Low Back Pain. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07366827 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07366827 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at hugo.masse-alarie@fmed.ulaval.ca for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07366827 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Québec, Canada.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07366827 clinical trial?
NCT07366827 is sponsored by Laval University. The principal investigator is Hugo Massé-Alarie, PhD at Laval University. The trial plans to enroll 70 participants.