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Orthotic Use for Chronic Low Back Pain
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Shoe orthotic and Shoe Orthotic Wait Group for Chronic Low Back Pain. Completed, enrolled 50 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The purpose of this research study is to determine the change in perceived levels of pain and dysfunction in 50 patients with chronic low back pain, following the use of custom-made shoe orthotics for a three month period. The hypothesis of this study is that custom orthotic intervention will improve the patients' low back pain and dysfunction symptoms.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Shoe orthotics are devices worn in the shoe to modify the patient's stance and gait.
This group receives the custom-made shoe orthotics at week 6 of the 12 week treatment program rather than week 1.