Ultrasound-guided pulsed radiofrequency for cervical radiculopathy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests a non-surgical treatment using ultrasound-guided pulsed radiofrequency to relieve chronic neck and arm pain caused by a pinched nerve in the neck. It may be an option if you have had symptoms for over six weeks and are not helped by other treatments.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 75 years old.
- You have had neck pain or tingling going down one arm for more than six weeks.
- Your arm pain is at least 4 out of 10 on a pain scale.
- You have been diagnosed with a pinched nerve in your neck based on an MRI or CT scan.
- You have not had neck surgery before, and have not had steroid injections or similar treatments in the last six months.
- You are not pregnant, do not have a history of epilepsy or implanted electronic devices, and have no active infections or skin problems at the treatment area.
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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