Nerve blocking for knee arthritis pain
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This study tests two treatments for knee arthritis pain when knee replacement isn't an option: a nerve block using heat (radiofrequency ablation) or a chemical injection (phenol), compared to standard care. It aims to find a better way to reduce pain and improve daily function.
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Who can take part
- You are 35 years old or older and not a candidate for knee replacement surgery.
- You have moderate to severe knee pain (at least 6 out of 10) that hasn't improved after 3 months of treatments like physical therapy, painkillers, or steroid shots.
- You have arthritis in your knee confirmed by X-ray or MRI (with a score of 2 or higher).
- You have not had any prior nerve ablation, partial knee replacement, or total knee replacement in that knee.
- You do not have any other major nerve pain, widespread pain, recent leg injury, or active infection.
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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