Comparing nerve block and radiofrequency treatment for migraines
Comparison of the Clinical Effectiveness of Repeated Ultrasound-guided Greater Occipital Nerve Blocks and Greater Occipital Nerve Pulse RF in the Treatment of Migraine
This study tests whether nerve blocks or pulse radiofrequency treatment helps people with migraines feel better when other treatments haven't worked.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 68 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Adiyaman University Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06345326 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of repeated greater occipital nerve blocks compared to pulse radiofrequency treatment in patients suffering from migraines. The nerve blocks will be administered at the Cervical-2 level using ultrasound guidance, while the pulse radiofrequency will be applied proximally. The goal is to determine which method provides better relief for migraine sufferers who have not benefited from standard prophylactic therapies.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals diagnosed with migraines who experience at least four attacks and have not found relief from preventive treatments.
Not a fit: Patients with primary headaches other than migraines or those who have changed their migraine treatment in the past month may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide a more effective treatment option for patients with chronic migraines.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown promise in using nerve blocks for migraine treatment, suggesting that this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * ICHD- migraine with minimum 4 attacks * no benefit with proflactic therapies Exclusion Criteria: * primary headhache other than migraine according to ICHD * the change of medical teatment of migrane in last 1 month.
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Ankara City Hospital Bilkent — Ankara, Turkey (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.