Herbal injection for chronic sciatica
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether an herbal injection into acupuncture points can safely reduce leg pain from sciatica that has lasted more than 3 months. It compares this treatment to usual care, and may offer a new option for people who haven't found relief.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have had sciatica (leg pain, numbness, or weakness from your back) for more than 3 months.
- Your leg pain is at least moderate, scoring 4 or higher on a 0 to 10 scale.
- You are between 19 and 70 years old.
- You have not had any spinal surgery in the last 3 months.
- You are not pregnant or planning to become pregnant during the trial.
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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