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NCT03548168 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record
Innovative Imaging of Cerebrum and Muscle (iCAM) Repeatability Study
A clinical trial of Aging and Low Back Pain, sponsored by Ohio University.
- Completed
- Registry status
- 28
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
NCT03548168 is a study of Aging and Low Back Pain that has completed, run by Ohio University. The registered enrollment target is 28 participants, below the 2,195-participant average among 262 other Aging trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). The trial reports 1 study location across 1 state.
The verdict
NCT03548168, a study of Aging and Low Back Pain, has completed, sponsored by Ohio University.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- 28 participants
- Enrollment target
- 1
- Study location
Study Summary
Impairments in postural control are linked to low back pain and reductions in physical function in the elderly. Unfortunately, many techniques to assess the neural control of movement are not feasible, or directly applicable, to the trunk musculature. In a prior pilot study, we developed and optimized innovative approaches to study these muscles. We will continue to develop a reliable, fMRI protocol that investigates the activity of the motor cortical networks of selected trunk muscles (specific aim 1). We will also continue the development a reliable muscle functional MRI (mfMRI) protocol to assess the spatial muscle activation patterns of the deeper lumbopelvic muscles (specific aim 2). We will examine the test-retest reliability of these approaches in four distinct target populations: healthy adults, adults with chronic low back pain, older adults, and older adults with high levels of trunk muscle control (i.e., individuals with expertise in Pilates). By enrolling groups of various levels of trunk muscle control, pathology state and age, we will be able to not only determine the intra-individual reliability, but also the inter-individual reliability as we expect the variability of the measures to be influenced by physical ability, pain state and age. Lastly, in an exploratory aim we will examine the association of our novel neurophysiological measures from Aim 1 and 2 with classic biomechanical and muscle function measures (e.g., trunk extensor strength and trunk extensor steadiness). Successfully developing reliable techniques of this nature will result in new and improved research tools for conducting rigorous studies of therapeutic approaches, such as spinal manipulation and yoga, within the context of trunk muscle control and function.
Conditions Studied
Study Locations (1)
Ohio
- Ohio Musculoskeletal and Neurological Institute (OMNI) at Ohio University - Athens
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 28 participants |
| Start Date | 2018-05-18 |
| Est. Completion | 2020-05-05 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT03548168
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT03548168 describes a study currently listed as completed, categorized as an unspecified phase. The registered enrollment target is 28 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect, below the 2,195-participant average among 262 other Aging trials with a reported enrollment target (99% lower). The listed sponsor is Ohio University, which has 51 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 2 conditions, with Aging appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 0 interventions.
NCT03548168 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area - top geographies include Ohio.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT03548168 about?
NCT03548168 is a clinical study titled "Innovative Imaging of Cerebrum and Muscle (iCAM) Repeatability Study". Impairments in postural control are linked to low back pain and reductions in physical function in the elderly. Unfortunately, many techniques to assess the neural control of movement are not feasible, or directly applicable, to the trunk musculature. In a prior pilot study, we developed and optimiz...
What is the current status of trial NCT03548168?
This trial is currently completed. The enrollment target is 28 participants. The study started on 2018-05-18. Estimated completion is 2020-05-05.
What conditions does trial NCT03548168 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Aging, Low Back Pain.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT03548168?
This trial is sponsored by Ohio University, which has 51 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where is trial NCT03548168 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Ohio. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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