Double-Blind Placebo Study on Magnetic Field Therapy in Chronic Lumbar Pain
Status unconfirmed · Phase 4
Conditions studied: Chronic Low Back Pain
In brief
This project is to assess the effectiveness of the use of magnets in reducing chronic lumbar pain. I understand that I will wear a flex pad (magnet) during waking hours and keep daily Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain scores to determine if wearing this device will reduce my constant pain. I understand that there are no adverse side effects known from the use of these magnets other than irritation at the site. The identical inactive pads (sham/placebo) have been supplied for use as controls. I will be randomly assigned into one of two groups and I agree to remain blinded as to the specific type of device that I will receive, i.e. active vs. placebo. Dr. Weintraub (principal investigator) will remain blinded throughout the study. I also agree to not break the blind. Dr. Weintraub has stated that as a result of my cooperation and ability to complete the study, I will be guaranteed to either keep my specific device or receive a specific known "active" device gratis. This currently sells commercially for $60.
Key facts
- Study ID
- NCT00407615
- Run by
- Weintraub, Michael I., MD, FACP, FAAN
- People needed
- 40
- Starts
- 2006-12-01
- Expected to finish
- 2007-10-01
- Last updated by the study team
- 2007-09-21
Who can join
Age: 18 and older, up to 80. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.
You may qualify if…
- Chronic Low Back Pain
You may not qualify if…
- No surgery on spine,
- no tumor,
- no pacemaker,
- no pregnancy
Where it is running
- Dr. Michael I. Weintraub — Briarcliff, New York, United States (enrolling)
- Michael I. Weintraub MD 325 S. Highland Avenue — Briarcliff, New York, United States (enrolling)
Full record on ClinicalTrials.gov
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