Knee injection pain: does needle size or cold spray help?
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two ways to reduce pain during a knee steroid injection: using a thinner needle versus using a cold spray on the skin first. It helps doctors find the most comfortable method for people with knee osteoarthritis.
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Who can take part
- You are 40 years or older
- You have knee osteoarthritis diagnosed by a doctor
- You have knee pain or limited function
- You are getting a steroid injection in your knee
- You have never used ethyl chloride cold spray before
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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