Comparing three steroid injection methods for leg pain
Treatments studied
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests three different ways to give a steroid injection near the spine to treat leg pain caused by a herniated disc. It may help you avoid surgery by reducing pain and improving function.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- You have pain down one leg that follows a specific nerve pattern, caused by a herniated disc seen on an MRI.
- You have tried at least 6 weeks of treatments like pain relievers or physical therapy without enough relief.
- Your leg pain is at least a 4 on a 0-10 scale.
- You have not had prior back surgery and are not on strong daily opioids.
- You are not pregnant, have no bleeding disorders, infections, or severe kidney problems.
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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