CompletedNot Applicable

Interscalene and ıntertuberculary Pulsed Radiofrequency for Cervical Radiculopathy

Turkey (Türkiye)60 participantsStarted 2024-07-01

Plain-language summary

This study examines the different application techniques of ultrasound-guided pulsed radiofrequency treatment of cervical spinal nerves for cervical radicular pain. Patients with radiologic imaging findings of C5-C6-C7 disc protrusion or extrusion, with compatible clinical and physical examinations and who have undergone ultrasound-guided spinal cervical nerve radiofrequency treatment in our clinic will be evaluated. Patients' background information will be taken in their files and missing information will be completed by phone call. Pain scores at 3 and 6 months after the procedure will be recorded by scoring from 1 to 10. Patients will not undergo any interventional procedure for research purposes.

Who can participate

Age range

18 Years – 70 Years

Sex

ALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Radiologically proven extruded/protruded discopathy at C5/C6/C7 levels * Presence of radicular pain that can be provoked by physical examination * Consistent with radiologic imaging findings. Exclusion Criteria: * No surgical procedures in the cervical region * Concomitant pregnancy, malignancy, bleeding diathesis * Presence of rheumatologic diseases associated with concomitant chronic pain syndrome

Questions worth asking your doctor

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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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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?

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What they're measuring

Visual Analouge Scale

Timeframe: pretreatment, 3.- 6. months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07112300

SponsorDiskapi Teaching and Research Hospital

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeOBSERVATIONAL

Primary completion2025-01-01

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