Study Title: NEUROPHYSIOLOGICAL AND TRANSCRIPTOMIC PREDICTORS OF CHRONIC LOW BACK PAIN: TOWARDS PRECISION PAIN MANAGEMENT (NEAT STUDY)
University of Maryland IRB Number: HP-00088115 UM IRB
This is a multi-PI study with Dr. Xiaomei Cong from University of Connecticut and Dr. Cynthia Renn and Dr. Susan Dorsey at University of Maryland, Baltimore School of Nursing.
The NEAT study aims to discover gene expression biomarkers that predict chronic low back pain so that we may uncover new therapeutic targets, identify patients at risk, and develop early, targeted interventions to reduce disability and improve quality of life for patients.
WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING HEALTHY CONTROLS
Who is eligible?
- Males and Females 18 to 70 Years Old.
- No previous history of low back pain in the past 6 months.
- No other pain conditions, history of spine surgery, recent falls or neurological deficits (weakness).
- Willing to participate in a 2-year study with 6 in-person clinic visits and 7 between clinic visit online surveys.
- Able to speak and read English.
Will I be compensated for participation?
All participants will receive a $50 gift card for the first and sixth clinic visits; a $25 gift card for clinic visits two through five; and a $10.00 e-gift card for each between clinic visit online surveys. Parking for all visits is free.
How can I volunteer in the study?
Please click on the link for your initial screening https://redcap.uchc.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=77FPNYPXLR
Contact: Center for Advancement in Managing Pain Phone: (860) 486-6930 E-mail: painresearch@uconn.edu
For more information, contact: UConn BioBehavioral Lab at 8604866930