๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-08-17

Neuroimmune Responses to Exercise in Chronic Back Pain (NCT07497425)

Neuroimmune Responses to Physical Exercise Training in Chronic Primary Low Back Pain

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic ๐Ÿง  Behavioral & Psychological Program Sponsor: McGill University

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

The goal of this mechanistic clinical trial is to learn how physical exercise affects the body and brain in people with chronic low back pain. The study will examine whether a 12-week online exercise program changes these measures compared with a waitlist group. Researchers will also study immune activity and brain function in people with chronic low back pain and compare them with healthy participants. Participants will complete questionnaires, provide blood samples, and undergo brain imaging scans.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: Montreal General Hospital โ€” Montreal, Quebec

Age range: 18 Years to 75 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

  • Physical Exercise (BEHAVIORAL)

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

Instant Checklist

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

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

  • Montreal General Hospital โ€” Montreal, Quebec

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (819) 979-0448

Email: backpain@muhc.mcgill.ca

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.

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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