Severe Lower Back Pain Unknown
This is a study to evaluate the level of pain control and safety of different doses of a new extended-release pain med (CG5503) in people with moderate-to-severe chronic lower back pain. The new med will be compared to both oxycodone CR and a placebo. This international study is currently recruiting patients.
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Clinical trial: Effects of Vicodin in patients with lower back...
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Clinical trial: New pain med for chronic lower back pain
This is a study to determine the safety and effectiveness of a new transdermal pain med in patients with chronic lower back pain. This national study... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Causes
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
and CausesThe origin of the pain is often unknown, and imaging studies may fail to determine its cause. Disk disease, spinal arthritis, and muscle... Read more »
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