Comparing two approaches for radiofrequency ablation of back pain nerves
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of performing a procedure called radiofrequency ablation to treat chronic low back pain. The goal is to find which method works better to reduce pain by numbing the small nerves in your back.
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Who can take part
- You have low back pain that is equally bad on both sides of your spine.
- Your pain has lasted for at least 6 months and is moderate to severe (3 or more on a 0-10 scale).
- You have tried treatments like pain medication and physical therapy, but they didn't help enough.
- You had two sets of numbing injections in your back that gave you at least 80% pain relief for a short time.
- You are over 18 years old and are not pregnant or allergic to lidocaine.
- You have not had back surgery or a similar radiofrequency treatment in the last 6 months.
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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