NCT07003113 Ischemic Preconditioning in Osteoarthritis and Back Pain
| NCT ID | NCT07003113 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | University of Illinois at Chicago |
| Condition | Low Back Pain |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 24 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-09-12 |
| Primary Completion | 2026-07-31 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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What to Expect as a Participant
You will actively receive the study intervention — which may be a drug, biologic, device, or procedure.
This trial targets 24 participants in total. It began in 2025-09-12 with a primary completion date of 2026-07-31.
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Brief Summary
We are examining the use of restricted blood flow, through full occlusion, on a single thigh for 50 minutes (5 minutes on, 5 minutes off), completed every other day for 2 weeks to improve function in individuals with knee osteoarthritis and low back pain.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Reported Knee Pain using ACR Criteria * Reported Back Pain using ODI Criteria \> 12 * Ability to walk for at least 3 minutes without the use of aids * Ability to provide written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Younger than 50 years old * History of Knee or Hip Replacements * History of steroid injection within the previous 6 months * Presence of neuromuscular joint condition that affects lower extremity function * History of blood clots in the leg or any condition in which compression of the thigh is contraindicated * History of heart failure or thrombosis * Allergic to ultrasound gel * History of spine surgery * Non-English speaker * Currently pregnant or intends to become pregnant during the study
Contact & Investigator
Lindsay Hannigan
PRINCIPAL INVESTIGATOR
University of Illinois at Chicago
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07003113 clinical trial?
This trial is open to participants of all sexes, aged 50 Years or older, studying 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 NCT07003113 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07003113 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ssudhi5@uic.edu for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07003113 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Chicago, United States.
Who is sponsoring the NCT07003113 clinical trial?
NCT07003113 is sponsored by University of Illinois at Chicago. The principal investigator is Lindsay Hannigan at University of Illinois at Chicago. The trial plans to enroll 24 participants.