Imaging-guided nerve freezing for chronic pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a new way to treat chronic pain by freezing specific nerves under imaging guidance. The goal is to see if this reduces pain and improves quality of life.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have had chronic pain for at least 2 months
- Your pain is in a location that can be treated with nerve freezing (such as the abdomen, chest, or pelvic area)
- Your pain is rated at least 4 out of 10 on a pain scale
- You are not pregnant or nursing
- You are able to speak and understand English
- You can undergo MRI scanning (no metal implants, pacemakers, or claustrophobia)
- Your weight is under 350 pounds
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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