Suprascapular Nerve PRF for Central Sensitization and Neuropathic Pain (NCT06857409) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Suprascapular Nerve PRF for Central Sensitization and Neuropathic Pain
Turkey (Türkiye)60 participantsStarted 2025-02-27
Plain-language summary
Chronic shoulder pain affects quality of life and is often associated with central sensitization, leading to treatment resistance. Pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) of the suprascapular nerve, which innervates 70% of the shoulder joint, is a promising therapy for nociceptive and neuropathic pain. This study evaluates the effects of PRF on central sensitization and neuropathic pain in chronic shoulder pain. Clinical assessments will be conducted at baseline, 1 month, and 3 months post-treatment to determine PRF's potential in reducing central sensitization and improving shoulder function.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Chronic shoulder pain persisting for at least 3 months
* Radiologically confirmed shoulder lesions, including:
Rotator cuff tendinopathy Adhesive capsulitis Bursitis Osteoarthritis
* At least two positive provocation tests (Neer, Hawkins, Jobe tests)
* Shoulder pain resistant to conservative treatments, including:
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Physical therapy Corticosteroid injections
Exclusion Criteria:
* Traumatic shoulder pain (e.g., fractures, dislocations)
* History of shoulder surgery
* Active inflammation or rheumatic diseases affecting the shoulder, including:
Rheumatoid arthritis Polymyalgia rheumatica Ankylosing spondylitis
* Cervical radiculopathy
* Central nervous system diseases, such as:
Multiple sclerosis Stroke Spinal cord injury
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.