A new way to do lumbar puncture to prevent headaches
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a modified lumbar puncture (spinal tap) procedure to reduce the chance of getting a headache afterward. It's for people who need a spinal tap as part of their regular medical care.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are able to sign a consent form and agree to follow the study plan
- You need a lumbar puncture (spinal tap) for diagnosis or treatment as part of your regular care
- Your Karnofsky Performance Scale (KPS) score is 60 or higher (you can do most daily activities with some help)
- You do not have a history of chronic headaches (15 or more days per month) or migraines
- You do not have a brain shunt (like a ventriculoperitoneal shunt) or severe spine problems such as scoliosis
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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