Acupuncture and magnetic therapy for neck pain that travels to the arm
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests if high-frequency electroacupuncture (needles with mild electric current) at specific points on the neck, combined with electromagnetic field therapy, can help relieve pain from cervical spondylotic radiculopathy. It may be an option if you have neck pain that travels to your shoulder or arm and are not using strong painkillers.
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Who can take part
- You are 30 years old or older.
- You have been diagnosed with neck pain that spreads to your shoulder or arm (cervical spondylotic radiculopathy).
- Your pain is at least a 3 out of 10 on a standard pain scale.
- You are not taking strong painkillers (like tramadol or codeine) right now.
- You do not have a pacemaker or other electronic implant, and you are not pregnant.
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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