Symptoms of Chronic Pain

Depending of the cause, low back pain can have a range of symptoms.  Pain may:

  • Be dull, burning, or sharp
  • Be felt at a single point or over a broad area
  • Occur gradually or suddenly
  • Cause leg symptoms, such as pain, numbness, or tingling.  These symptoms can occur on their own or along with low back pain.

 

Pain Severity

Doctors say that back pain is:

  • Acute: If pain episode is less than 3 months
  • Recurrent: If acute symptoms come back.  Most people tend to have one or more episodes of recurrent back pain.
  • Chronic: If your back bothers you most of the time for longer than 3 months


In the US, lower back pain is one of the most common conditions and one of the leading causes of physician visits.  In fact, at least four out of five adults will experience it at some point in their lives.  Ironically, the severity of the pain is often unrelated to the extent of physical damage. For example, lower back spasms from a simple back strain can cause excruciating lower back pain that can make it difficult to walk or even stand, whereas a large herniated disc or completely degenerated disc can actually be completely painless.

 

Study Purpose

The purpose of this clinical research study is to evaluate if the study medication is effective for chronic pain.  Study participates will be seen regularly by a doctor to evaluations and care.

Study Participants receive NO COST:

  • Medical Evaluation
  • Study Medication
  • Care

For more information about our research study, complete the questionnaire on this page or call our office at (425) 453-HELP.


Questionnaire:

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Do you experience any of the following symptoms? (Please check all that apply)

 Dull, burning, or sharp pain Pain in a single point in your back Pain over a broad area Pain that occurs gradually or suddenly Pain in your legs, such as numbness or tingling

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