Comparing two injection methods for spinal stenosis pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of giving a steroid injection into the lower back to relieve pain from lumbar spinal stenosis (a condition where the spinal canal narrows and presses on nerves). It may help you if you've tried other treatments without relief and you're experiencing leg pain when walking.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 40 and 75 years old.
- You have been diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis (a narrowing of the spinal canal in your lower back) confirmed by MRI.
- You have leg pain, cramping, or weakness when walking (called neurogenic claudication) for at least 3 months.
- You have tried conservative treatments like medication, physical therapy, or exercise without enough relief.
- You have moderate to severe pain (rated 4 or more on a 0-10 scale).
- You have not had lower back surgery before.
- You have not had a steroid injection in your spine within the last 6 months.
- Your body mass index (BMI) is less than 30.
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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