This study is testing a device called Discogen, which uses low-intensity pulsed ultrasound (LIPUS) to treat low back pain caused by a disc herniation (a slipped or bulging disc). Researchers want to see if Discogen is safe and effective in reducing back and leg pain. You might be able to join if you are between 21 and 75 years old. The study will compare Discogen treatment to a sham treatment (where the device is on but not delivering ultrasound). The main goal is to measure how much your pain changes after 30 and 60 days. This is a pilot study, meaning it's a small, early study to see if a larger study is worthwhile.

Study design

This is a double-blinded, randomized controlled pilot study with two groups, involving 40 participants in total. One group will receive the Discogen treatment, and the other will receive a sham treatment.

What's involved

Participants will be followed for 60 days, and will need to complete study forms and communicate with the investigator.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Participants will be followed for 60 days after treatment to assess safety and effectiveness.

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