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Lower Back Pain Clinical Trial in Charleston, SC

Access cutting-edge lower back pain treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Charleston. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Medical University of South Carolina

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Charleston

    Convenient for SC 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 Charleston site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Lower Back Pain Study in Charleston

Chronic lower back pain is a significant cause of disability, affecting 21-68% of people 60 years of age and older (source). Of these cases, 15-30% are attributed to posterior sacroiliac joint complex (PSIJC) pain (source), making it a target for treatment. Peripheral Nerve Stimulation (PNS) is a procedure that involves the placement of a lead under the skin with local anesthetic and electrically stimulating designated spinal nerves that deliver pain signals to the brain. It has emerged as a promising alternative to drug, injection, and radioablative therapies. Its use has been supported by previous studies of subjects who received permanent neurostimulation and experienced benefits such as decreased sensation of pain and perceived level of disability. SPRINT is a minimally invasive PNS system of interest due to its ability to provide long-term pain relief after temporary administration of PNS. The aim of this study is to understand whether the FDA-cleared SPRINT PNS system is safe and effective for the treatment of chronic PSIJC pain. This prospective clinical study will assess 10 subjects that meet the inclusion and exclusion criteria across 5 separate time points- 1.) Screening; 2.) Procedure within 3 months of screening; 3.) 12-day post-procedure follow-up; 4.) 3-month post-procedure follow-up; 5.) 3-Month post lead removal follow-up. The subjects will be required to complete physical examinations, and VAS and ODI questionnaires at timepoints 3, 4, and 5.

Sponsor: Medical University of South Carolina

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Sacroiliac pain as diagnosed above
Subject greater than 18 years old
Subject is severely debilitated by SIJ pain, with initial ODI score \> 40%
Subject received conservative treatment for at least three months including physiotherapy and pain medication
Subject is able to understand and consent to the study and device management and participating in follow-up surveys
Subject is scheduled for a commercial SPRINT case that has been authorized through their healthcare insurance

Exclusion Criteria

Subject is under the age of 18 years
Acute traumatic injury of the sacral iliac joint
Active inflammation or neoplastic infiltration of the SIJ
Neoplastic diseases of the spine
Spinal surgery within the last three months
Sacroiliac joint steroid injection within the past 1 month or sacral lateral branch radiofrequency ablation within the past 6 months
Contraindication for Neuromodulation Device (severe psychiatric disease, severe coagulation disorder, acute infection, active autoimmune disease with immunosuppression)

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 Charleston?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT07166952) has an active research site in Charleston, SC 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.

Lower Back Pain Treatment Options in Charleston, SC

If you're searching for lower back pain treatment options in Charleston, SC, this clinical trial (NCT07166952) 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 Charleston research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced lower back pain 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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