Ultrasound Imaging Measurements of the Thoracolumbar Fascia

Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)

Overseen byNathalie J Bureau, MD MSc

Age: 18+

Sex: Any

Travel: May Be Covered

Time Reimbursement: Varies

Trial Phase: Academic

Waitlist Available

Sponsor: Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM)

No Placebo Group

Trial Summary

What is the purpose of this trial?

In this prospective study, eligible subjects with chronic non specific low back pain and asymptomatic volunteers will undergo a research dynamic ultrasound exam of the lower back before and after a massage technique. The overall aim of the present research is to develop ultrasonographic parameters that characterize the geometrical, the mechanical and tissue characteristic properties of the thoracolumbar fascia, and to explore the effect of a massage therapy technique on these parameters.

Research Team

Nathalie J Bureau, MD MSc

Principal Investigator

Centre hospitalier de l'Université de Montréal (CHUM)

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

Presenting with chronic low back and/or referred pain (non specific pattern) above or just below the gluteal fold of at least 3/10 on a numerical pain rating scale (NRS), for at least 6 months;

Pain is present at least 50% of the time during the day;

No history of low back pain or any other chronic pain limiting activities of daily living or work.