Needle procedures for severe rotator cuff tear pain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma clinical trials.
This study compares two minimally invasive procedures to reduce pain from a large, irreparable rotator cuff tear. It aims to find which option offers better pain relief without the need for major surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are older than 65 years.
- You have a large rotator cuff tear that cannot be surgically repaired.
- You are willing to undergo either a needle-based procedure or radiofrequency ablation (using heat to reduce pain signals).
- You do not have a pacemaker or other conditions that would make these procedures unsafe.
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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