Cryoablation vs steroid injection for Morton’s neuroma pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial compares two ways to treat Morton’s neuroma pain: freezing treatment (cryoablation) versus steroid plus lidocaine injections. It may help people who didn’t improve after trying basic shoe inserts or padding, by seeing which approach works better for symptoms.
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Who can take part
- You are older than 18 years
- You can sign consent and complete questionnaires
- You tried conservative treatments for at least 4 weeks (like shoe inserts/orthotics and/or padding) but still have symptoms
- Your foot scans (X-ray and ultrasound) show a Morton’s neuroma and don’t show another cause for your pain
- You are able and willing to return for follow-up visits and follow the study plan
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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