The Effects of the MME Procedure on Chronic Low Back Pain

Status unconfirmed · Phase 3

Conditions studied: Chronic Low Back Pain

In brief

The purpose of this study is to test whether or not the Magnetic Molecular Energizer (MME) device provides a well tolerated and effective intervention to reduce pain, pain-related symptoms and improve ability to function in those diagnosed with the condition "Chronic Low Back Pain" (chronic LBP).

Key facts

Study ID

NCT00325377

Run by

Advanced Magnetic Research Institute International

People needed

100

Starts

2006-04-01

Expected to finish

2008-01-01

Last updated by the study team

2007-07-10

Who can join

Age: 30 and older, up to 79. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• daily low back pain of at least 3 months duration
• stable neurologic status
• prior medical work up and trial of standard medical therapy

You may not qualify if…

• progressive neurologic deficits
• neurologic deficits in the legs due to a medical condition other than the back
• severe obesity (BMI > 34.9)
• long acting narcotics
• severe spinal stenosis (fixed obstruction of the spinal canal)
• pacemakers, defibrillators, implanted medication pump, spinal cord stimulator or shrapnel
• low back screws, rods, artificial discs or cages
• fibromyalgia
• pregnancy
• an open insurance claim or pending legal claim or settlement related to the back pain, or retired on back-related disability, or receiving disability pension related to the back problem

Where it is running

• AMRI Arizona — Tucson, Arizona, United States
• AMRI Michegan — Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States
• AMRI North Carolina — Mocksville, North Carolina, United States
• AMRI NW Ohio — Toledo, Ohio, United States
• AMRI WA — Renton, Washington, United States

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