Nerve radiofrequency treatment for chronic leg pain
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests a new type of treatment (high-voltage pulsed radiofrequency) that uses a special needle to deliver energy to the nerve root in your lower back. The goal is to see if it can reduce chronic leg pain caused by a pinched or irritated nerve.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have pain that shoots down one leg (with or without low back pain) for at least 3 months.
- An MRI scan shows a problem in your spine that matches the location of your leg pain.
- Your pain feels like it comes from nerve damage (burning, tingling, or electric shocks).
- You have had a nerve block injection that temporarily relieved your pain.
- You are willing to sign a consent form to participate.
Quick eligibility check
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