Plain-English translation of NCT06594796 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated ·
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
This trial is testing a combined lifestyle program designed specifically for people with persistent back pain who are overweight or obese. The program combines physical therapy with support for healthier eating, better sleep, increased activity, and stress management — all delivered by specially trained physical therapists over two years. The study wants to know if this approach works better than usual back pain care alone and whether it saves money in healthcare costs.
Many people with long-term back pain are also overweight, and doctors found that treating just the back pain isn't enough for this group. This trial exists to test whether addressing lifestyle factors — like physical activity, diet, and sleep — alongside back pain treatment helps patients recover better and reduces the overall burden on the healthcare system.
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Participants will receive a tailored two-year program from a specially trained physical therapist, starting with six months of focused behavioral change work and then 18 months of maintenance support. You'll attend both group and individual sessions where your therapist will help you set your own goals and use proven techniques like motivational interviewing and action planning to increase physical activity, improve your diet and sleep, and manage your weight. Throughout the study, your progress will be tracked over 36 months to see how the program affects your pain, function, and overall health.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Aug 6, 2026 · Not medical advice
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