Needle treatment for chronic neck pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial is testing a procedure called percutaneous electrolysis, where a tiny needle is used to treat painful trigger points in the upper neck muscles. It may help people with long-lasting neck pain.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You have had neck pain for at least 3 months.
- You have active trigger points in your upper neck muscle (the upper trapezius).
- You do not have conditions like cancer, active infection, inflammatory arthritis, fibromyalgia, or bleeding disorders.
- You have not had previous neck or shoulder surgery, and you do not use blood-thinners like warfarin.
- You are not pregnant, do not have a pacemaker or metal implants in the neck area, and are not afraid of needles.
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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