Clinical Research Directory

Spontaneous Correction of Sagittal Imbalance After Isolated Lumbar Decompression

Sagittal spinal imbalance may be caused by orthopedic problems, compression of the neural structures of the spinal canal, and pain syndrome (functional imbalance). Sagittal imbalance in combination with appropriate clinical symptoms may require surgical correction of the spine with fixation. However, in some cases, patients experience spontaneous correction of sagittal balance after isolated decompression without any correction or fusion. Therefore, it is necessary to clarify whether isolated decompression may cause spontaneous correction of sagittal imbalance in patients with degenerative lumbar stenosis.

Return to Work After Lumbar Surgery: a Nationwide Survey of Spinal Surgeons' Practices

This national cross-sectional survey investigates the current practices and perceptions of Belgian spinal surgeons regarding return to work (RTW) after lumbar surgery for radicular pain. The study aims to (1) assess surgeons' advice on RTW and sick leave, (2) identify barriers and facilitators encountered when providing RTW guidance, and (3) explore how these factors relate to surgeon characteristics such as demographics, hospital setting, and professional experience. The results will inform clinical practice recommendations and support the development of targeted interventions to improve RTW guidance.

MRI Outcomes of VersaWrap Nerve Protector Following Surgery

The purpose of this study is to evaluate enhancement patterns in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) evidence following the use of VersaWrap in bilateral lumbar decompression surgeries.

Ambulatory Geriatric Endoscopic Spine

The research focuses on evaluating the clinical outcomes of endoscopic lumbar decompression surgery performed in an outpatient setting for patients over 75 years old. This prospective, multicentric, non-interventional study aims to assess the feasibility and effectiveness of endoscopic techniques, specifically biportal and uniportal approaches, in reducing operative morbidity and hospital stay duration within this demographic. The primary objective is to determine the success rate of outpatient treatment using these endoscopic procedures in elderly patients