Steroid shot vs nerve block for shoulder arthritis
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This trial compares two kinds of injections for shoulder pain caused by arthritis or rotator cuff problems. The goal is to see which one works better for pain relief.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have shoulder arthritis or rotator cuff arthropathy
- You are being offered an injection for your shoulder pain
- Your diabetes is under control (HbA1c below 8, checked within the last year)
- You are not allergic to steroids or numbing medicine
- You are not pregnant
- You are 18 or older and can speak English
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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