Ignite Creation Date:
2025-12-25 @ 4:56 AM
Ignite Modification Date:
2025-12-25 @ 4:56 AM
Study NCT ID:
NCT00779818
Status:
UNKNOWN
Last Update Posted:
2008-10-24
First Post:
2008-10-23
Is NOT Gene Therapy:
False
Has Adverse Events:
False
Brief Title:
Electrical Acupuncture and Laser Therapy for Low Back Pain
Sponsor:
Organization:
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