Comparing two treatments for lumbar spinal stenosis symptoms
Comparison of Pulsed Radiofrequency Stimulation Versus Dexamethasone Applied to the Caudal Epidural Space for the Relief of Lumbar Spinal Stenosis Symptoms
This study is testing whether steroid injections or a special type of radiofrequency treatment can better relieve chronic low back pain for people with lumbar spinal stenosis.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 50 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 90 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Diskapi Teaching and Research Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Ankara, Türkiye and 1 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06393959 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of caudal epidural steroid injections versus caudal epidural pulsed radiofrequency stimulation in alleviating symptoms of lumbar spinal stenosis. It utilizes the numerical rating scale (NRS) to measure pain relief and the Medication Quantification Scale III (MQS III) to assess changes in medication consumption. Additionally, the study compares the rates of adverse events associated with each treatment. The goal is to determine which intervention provides better symptom relief for patients suffering from chronic low back pain.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals diagnosed with lumbar spinal stenosis who have experienced persistent back and leg pain for at least three months.
Not a fit: Patients who have undergone previous lumbar surgery or have active infections, malignancies, or autoimmune diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could offer a more effective non-surgical treatment option for patients with lumbar spinal stenosis.
How similar studies have performed: While caudal epidural steroid injections are commonly used, the application of pulsed radiofrequency in this context is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in randomized controlled studies.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Among the patients with lumbar spinal stenosis findings and narrowing of the spinal canal detected by examination and imaging methods, those whose back and leg pain persists for at least 3 months Exclusion Criteria: Previous lumbar surgery, pregnancy, history of ongoing malignant disease, autoimmune diseases, active infection of the injection site, hematologic disorders, antiplatelet drug use
Where this trial is running
Ankara, Türkiye and 1 other locations
- Damla Yürük — Ankara, Türkiye, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
- Ankara Etlik City Hospital — Ankara, Yenimahalle, Turkey (Türkiye) (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ömer Taylan T Akkaya, Prof — Department of Algology, Ankara Etlik City Hospital
- Study coordinator: Damla T Yürük, MD
- Email: dr.taylanakkaya@gmail.com
- Phone: 095319932378
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.