New York, NYNCT06611397Now EnrollingIRB Ready

Disc Herniation Clinical Trial in New York, NY

Access cutting-edge disc herniation treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in New York. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Columbia University

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to New York

    Convenient for NY residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit New York site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Disc Herniation Study in New York

This study will be a double-blinded, two-arm, prospective, randomized controlled pilot feasibility study in 40 evaluable subjects (20 in each arm) at one study site within the United States. Subjects in Arm 1 will receive unilateral Discogen treatment; subjects in Arm 2 will receive unilateral sham treatment (control). Treatment in both arms can include medications, e.g. NSAIDs or muscle relaxants for axial or radicular pain.

Sponsor: Columbia University

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

The subject may be included in the study if the following conditions are met:
Adult (\> 21 y.o.) males and females legally able and willing to participate and provide consent in the study and attend follow-up visits
Able and willing to complete study forms and communicate with the investigator
Presenting with unilateral radicular leg pain with or without axial back pain of \>1 month duration
No epidural injections at treatment site within the last three months
Leg NPS pain score of 4 - 9 in the last month (on a scale of 0 to 10)
Clinical presentation of sensory radiculopathy referable to single-level disc disease/herniation at L3-4, L4-5 or L5-S1
MRI lumbar spine negative for extruded disc herniation, tumor, or bleeding, but positive for disc disease/herniation at L3-4, L4-5 or L5-S1 with mild to moderate foraminal or spinal stenosis (less than 50%).

Exclusion Criteria

Pregnant or breastfeeding patient
Younger than 21 or older than 75 years
Presenting with motor deficits
Presenting with a baseline Oswestry Disability Index ≥ 41% (severe disability or worse)
Presence of metal hardware within the lumbosacral spine
History of spine surgery at the level of treatment.
Lumbar spine pathology that may increase procedural risk and/or influence symptoms and/or generate unrelated adverse events (per the discretion of the study PI)
Severe lumbar central canal stenosis (greater than 50%)
Severe lumbar foraminal stenosis (greater than 50%)
Severe herniated lumbar disc 4(Grade 2 and above)
Lumbar instability on flexion/extension plain films, greater the Grade 1 spondylolisthesis
Unable to understand and complete research questionnaires
Any severe medical condition preventing the patient from safely and effectively being treated in the study or reporting study outcomes.
BMI greater than 30
Implanted spinal stimulators
Epidural injections at treatment site within the last three months

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in New York?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06611397) has an active research site in New York, NY that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Disc Herniation Treatment Options in New York, NY

If you're searching for disc herniation treatment options in New York, NY, this clinical trial (NCT06611397) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our New York research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced disc herniation specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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