Double-Blind Placebo Study on Magnetic Field Therapy in Chronic Lumbar Pain

Brief summary (from the registry)

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.

Study details

Official title

A Double-Blind, Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Study On Magnetic Field Therapy To Improve Chronic Lumbar Pain

Conditions

• Chronic Low Back Pain

Interventions

• Device: Flex Pad/Static Magnet

Sponsor

Weintraub, Michael I., MD, FACP, FAAN

Collaborators

Steven P. Cole, PhD.

Start date

2006-12

Sex

All

Age range

from 18 Years to 80 Years

Healthy volunteers

true

Results posted

No results posted in this snapshot

Countries

United States

Total sites listed

2

Eligibility criteria