๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-01-08

Perspectives on Spinal Manipulative Therapy for Low Back Pain (NCT06590116)

Patient and Physical Therapist Perspectives on Spinal Manipulative Therapy for Low Back Pain

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿ“‹ Clinical Research Protocol Sponsor: University of Florida

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

The goal of this study is to better understand how the thoughts and beliefs of patients with low back pain and their physical therapist influence how much patients benefit from physical therapy. Participants will receive physical therapy as determined by their physical therapist including spinal manipulative therapy, exercise, and education. Participants with low back pain and their physical therapists will complete forms about their thoughts and beliefs about low back pain and treatment.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: University of Florida โ€” Gainesville, Florida

Age range: 18 Years to 70 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Physical therapy (OTHER)
  • Physical therapist provider (OTHER)

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

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

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • University of Florida โ€” Gainesville, Florida

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (352) 733-1162

Email: bialosky@phhp.ufl.edu

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.

Explore by condition: All Low Back Pain clinical trials

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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