Comparing radiofrequency treatment and corticosteroid injection for hip osteoarthritis pain

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This clinical trial is designed to evaluate the effectiveness of Conventional Radiofrequency (CRF) treatment compared to intraarticular corticosteroid injection in managing pain and improving function in patients with hip osteoarthritis. The study will be conducted at Hospital SARAH in Brasília, utilizing a double-blinded, randomized approach to ensure unbiased results. Participants will undergo sedation or general anesthesia, and the procedures will be performed under fluoroscopic guidance to ensure accurate placement of the treatment. The trial aims to provide insights into the best pain management strategies for individuals suffering from this condition.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Individuals ≥ 18 years of age, with symptomatic unilateral hip osteoarthritis, grades II and III according to the Kellgreen and Lawrance classification, hip pain for more than six months (medial, anterior, anterolateral, and/or lateral region) will be included.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Individuals with radiculopathy and ipsilateral irradiation, osteonecrosis of the femoral head, previous arthroplasty on the hip to be studied or surgical scar that could lead to changes in the anatomy of the hip, cases of high dislocation of the hip, pain exclusively in the posterior region, symptomatic ipsilateral knee osteoarthritis, intra-articular infiltration of corticosteroids or hyaluronic acid in the hip for less than six months, patients with neurological diseases, peripheral neuropathy or psychiatric diseases, use of a pacemaker or Prothrombin Activity Time (INR) \> 3.

Where it's running

• Rede Sarah Hospitais de Reabilitação
  Brasília, Federal District, Brazil Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Gilvan F Vaz, MD
• Email: gilvanvaz@gmail.com
• Phone: 5561991527220

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.