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NCT01835756 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Study of Low Level Laser Therapy to Treat Low Back Pain
A NA study of Low Back Pain, sponsored by Erchonia Corporation.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 62
- Enrollment target
- 2
- Study locations
NCT01835756: Completed NA study of Low Back Pain, sponsored by Erchonia Corporation.
NCT01835756 is a NA study of Low Back Pain that has completed, run by Erchonia Corporation. The registered enrollment target is 62 participants, below the 503-participant average among 122 other Low Back Pain trials with a reported enrollment target (88% lower). The trial reports 2 study locations across 1 state. According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT01835756, a NA study of Low Back Pain, has completed, sponsored by Erchonia Corporation.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 62 participants
- Enrollment target
- 2
- Study locations
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to determine whether the Erchonia® ML Scanner (MLS) is effective in the treatment of acute minor episodic chronic low back pain of musculoskeletal origin.
Primary Outcome
Primary outcome success for an individual subject was defined as a 30% or greater change (decrease) in VAS pain score at 4 months post-procedure relative to baseline. The VAS is a straight line scale that is marked on one end with a '0' for 'no pain' and at the other end with '100' for 'worse pain imaginable.' A higher score indicates a greater level of pain, and a lower score indicates a lower level of pain. A negative (-) percent change in VAS rating indicates a decrease in pain level and is p
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- DEVICE Placebo Laser
- DEVICE Erchonia MLS
Study Locations (2)
Arizona
- South Mountain Chiropractic Center - Chandler
- Mark B. Burdorf DC - Scottsdale
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 62 participants |
| Start Date | 2012-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2014-09 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT01835756 record still lists
NCT01835756 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 62 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 503-participant average among 122 other Low Back Pain trials with a reported enrollment target (88% lower).
The record links to 1 condition, with Low Back Pain appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 2 interventions - of which Placebo Laser is the first listed.
NCT01835756 reports a single indexed study location in Arizona.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT01835756 about?
NCT01835756 is a clinical study titled "Study of Low Level Laser Therapy to Treat Low Back Pain". The purpose of this study is to determine whether the Erchonia® ML Scanner (MLS) is effective in the treatment of acute minor episodic chronic low back pain of musculoskeletal origin.
What is the current status of trial NCT01835756?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 62 participants. The study started on 2012-09. Estimated completion is 2014-09.
What conditions does trial NCT01835756 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Low Back Pain.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT01835756?
The interventions under investigation include: Placebo Laser (DEVICE), Erchonia MLS (DEVICE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT01835756?
This trial is sponsored by Erchonia Corporation, which has 34 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT01835756 being conducted?
This trial has 2 study locations across Arizona. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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