Recruiting Studies
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Top Cities for Back Pain Clinical Trials
Back Pain clinical trials are recruiting across 96 cities. Here are the cities with the most active studies:
Back Pain Trial Phases
65 research organizations are sponsoring back pain trials.
About Back Pain
Chronic back pain is one of the most common reasons for missed work and doctor visits, affecting up to 80% of adults at some point. Causes range from muscle strain to disc problems and spinal conditions. Treatment includes physical therapy, medications, injections, and in some cases surgery.
Clinical trials are advancing new treatments for back pain. Currently, 86 studies are recruiting a combined 53,200 participants across the United States. Research is being conducted by 65 organizations including San Diego State University, Ohio State University, University of North Texas Health Science Center and 62 others.
2026 Back Pain Research Landscape
As of July 2026, the back pain clinical trial landscape includes 86 actively recruiting studies across 96 cities in the United States. These studies are collectively seeking 53,200 participants, with an average enrollment target of 619 per study.
The research spans multiple phases of development: 54 studies are in NA, 7 studies are in PHASE2, 7 studies are in PHASE4, 6 studies are in PHASE1, 2 studies are in PHASE3. The presence of Phase 3 trials indicates that some back pain treatments are in late-stage testing and may be approaching regulatory review.
Research is being led by 65 different organizations, including San Diego State University, Ohio State University, University of North Texas Health Science Center, VA Office of Research and Development, Boston Scientific Corporation, and 60 others. The large number of sponsors reflects significant research interest and investment in back pain treatment advancement.
Geographically, back pain trials are most concentrated in Baltimore, Maryland (7 trials); Los Angeles, California (6 trials); New York, New York (5 trials); Salt Lake City, Utah (4 trials); Ann Arbor, Michigan (4 trials) and 7 other cities.
Featured Back Pain Studies
Highlighted recruiting studies for back pain, selected by enrollment size and research scope.
Stratified Targeted Engagement From Primary Care to Physical Therapy (STEPPT)
The goal of this clinical trial is to learn if a health system intervention called "Stratified Targeted Engagement from Primary Care to Physical Therapy (STEPPT)" can improve how often doctors refer Hispanic patients with spine pain to physical therapy (referral rate) and how often patients attend physical therapy after being referred (adherence rate). The main questions this study aims to answer ...
The Spine Phenome Project
The goal of this observational trial is to compare the health history and motion capabilities of participants with low back pain disorders to participants with healthy spines. The main question\[s\] it aims to answer are to: 1. Primary outcomes of this research effort include composite measures that differentiate between control and patient populations, predict injury or reinjury risk, identify l...
PRECISION Pain Research Registry
The PRECISION Pain Research Registry enrolls participants with chronic low back pain (cases) and participants who are free of chronic pain (controls) to study the epidemiology and management of chronic pain. The vision of the registry is to conduct research to provide a future for all unbounded by pain.
Frequently Asked Questions About Back Pain Clinical Trials
Are there back pain clinical trials near me?
Yes, there are 86 back pain clinical trials currently recruiting across 96+ cities in the United States, including Baltimore, Maryland; Los Angeles, California; New York, New York. Browse the studies above to find one at a location convenient for you.
How do I join a back pain clinical trial?
To join a back pain clinical trial: 1) Browse the available studies on this page, 2) Click on a study that interests you, 3) Check the study locations to find a site near you, 4) Review the eligibility criteria, and 5) Contact the study site or complete the eligibility form. The process is free and you can withdraw at any time.
Are back pain clinical trials free?
Yes, participation in back pain clinical trials is free. Study-related treatments, medical tests, and doctor visits are provided at no cost to participants. Many studies also offer compensation for your time and travel expenses.
What types of back pain treatments are being studied?
Current back pain clinical trials are testing a range of approaches across NA (54 studies), PHASE2 (7 studies), PHASE4 (7 studies), PHASE1 (6 studies), PHASE3 (2 studies). These include new drugs, combination therapies, medical devices, and other interventions sponsored by 65 research organizations.
Is it safe to participate in back pain clinical trials?
Clinical trials are carefully regulated by the FDA and institutional review boards (IRBs). All trials must follow strict safety protocols, and participants receive close medical monitoring throughout the study. You can withdraw from a trial at any time without penalty.
Data updated July 16, 2026 from ClinicalTrials.gov
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Page reviewed by the HelloStudys Research Team · Last updated July 16, 2026 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov