Evaluating imaging techniques for cervical radiculopathy

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 project investigates patients with cervical radiculopathy by assessing the diagnostic and prognostic value of magnetic resonance neurography (MRN) and electrodiagnostic studies. The study aims to determine how these imaging techniques, along with clinical history and physical examination findings, correlate with treatment responses. By analyzing data from these methods, the research seeks to enhance understanding of cervical radiculopathy and improve patient outcomes. The study is observational and focuses on patients experiencing acute or subacute symptoms.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Patients presenting with symptoms compatible with acute or subacute unilateral (one-sided) cervical radiculopathy and signs of clinical weakness
* 18-60 years old at the time of evaluation
* Symptom onset of 2 to 12 weeks leading up to baseline visit
* Diagnosis of unilateral cervical radiculopathy, with or without spinal cord compression, based on signs and symptoms, physical exam and supported by MRI findings of radiculopathy (as evidenced by foraminal stenosis/narrowing) based on standard-of-care cervical spine MRI
* Patients who have undergone or have planned electrodiagnostic testing at HSS prior to surgery

Exclusion Criteria:

* Prior cervical surgery or instrumentation
* Those who have had a prior episode of cervical radiculopathy
* History of peripheral neuropathy or another acute or chronic neurodegenerative condition
* History of stroke, cerebellar disease, or central nervous system disease
* Contraindications to undergoing a standard MRI examination (e.g., pregnancy)
* Patients presenting with bilateral cervical radiculopathy

Where it's running

• Hospital for Special Surgery
  New York, New York, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: J. Levi Chazen, MD
• Email: chazenjl@hss.edu
• Phone: 212-774-7149

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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.