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Neck and Low Back Pain in Medical Students at The University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica (NCT03707288)

The Prevalence of Neck and Low Back Pain in Medical Students at The University of the West Indies, Mona, Jamaica

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: The University of The West Indies

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The purpose of this study is to identify the prevalence of neck and low back pain in medical students enrolled at the University of the West Indies, Mona; to assess their knowledge, attitude and practice of good spine health and to determine the outcome of a standardised spine exercise program on medical students experiencing neck and low back pain, using a prospective randomised control design.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Faculty of Medical Sciences Teaching and Research Complex,The University of the West Indies, University Hospital of the West Indies โ€” Kingston, Kingston

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Clinical Control Group (Group A) (BEHAVIORAL)
  • Spine Exercise Program (Group B) (BEHAVIORAL)

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Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)

  • Faculty of Medical Sciences Teaching and Research Complex,The University of the West Indies, University Hospital of the West Indies โ€” Kingston, Kingston
  • Faculty of Medical Sciences Teaching and Research Complex, University of The West Indies-Mona Campus โ€” Kingston,

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (876) 927-1297

Email: paula.dawson@uwimona.edu.jm

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

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๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
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