Nerve block study for occipital pain or migraine
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if using ultrasound-guided heat (radiofrequency ablation) on the occipital nerve can reduce headache pain. It is for people with occipital neuralgia or migraine pain at the back of the head who haven't had enough relief from oral medications.
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Who can take part
- Age 18 to 80 years old
- Diagnosis of occipital neuralgia or migraine with pain mainly at the back of the head
- Heading pain at least 10 days per month
- Oral medications (like NSAIDs, opioids, or seizure drugs) did not help enough (less than 50% pain reduction)
- No previous radiofrequency treatment to the occipital nerve
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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