Capsaicin patch for finger osteoarthritis with nerve pain
Treatments studied
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if a capsaicin patch (a hot pepper extract) can reduce finger pain in people with osteoarthritis who also have nerve-like pain. It's for those who haven't gotten enough relief from standard painkillers.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have osteoarthritis in your finger joints (not just the thumb base).
- Your finger pain is at least moderate (4 out of 10 or higher).
- You also feel nerve-related pain, like burning, tingling, or electric shocks in your fingers.
- You have tried common pain relievers (like Tylenol or ibuprofen) and they didn't work well, caused side effects, or you can't take them.
- You do NOT have other arthritis, nerve pain conditions, or skin problems on your fingers.
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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