Surgery vs. non-surgery for leg pain from a slipped disc
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial compares surgery to non-surgical treatments for people with leg pain caused by a lumbar disc herniation (slipped disc). It tests if surgery provides better relief after at least 6 weeks of symptoms.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 to 60 years old
- You have leg pain (sciatica) from a slipped disc at a specific level in your lower spine
- Your leg pain has lasted at least 6 weeks and is severe (at least 5 out of 10 on a pain scale)
- You have tried at least one non-surgical treatment (like physical therapy or medication) and it didn't help enough
- You are willing and able to have surgery if needed
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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