Precision treatment for lumbar spine issues using nerve root blocks

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 study investigates the effectiveness of selective spinal nerve root blocks (SNRB) in improving the diagnosis of radiculopathy caused by lumbar disc herniation and other spinal conditions. It is designed as a prospective randomized controlled trial where patients with suspected radiculopathy will be randomly assigned to receive either standard care or SNRB before surgical decision-making. The outcomes of the SNRB will inform the surgeon's decision on whether to proceed with surgery. Follow-up assessments will be conducted at 1, 3, and 12 months post-surgery to evaluate patient outcomes.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age \>18 years old
* Suspected lumbar radiculopathy persistent ≥ 8 weeks
* Radiological evidence of lumbar nerve root compression (herniated disc, recess stenosis, foraminal stenosis)

Exclusion Criteria:

* Prior lumbar spine surgery
* Mental illness
* Language barrier in Danish
* Severe physical co-morbidity
* Known allergies to medicine used in the study
* Pregnant
* Plans to move abroad during the next 12-months

Where it's running

• Aarhus University Hospital
  Aarhus C, Denmark Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: David Kocemba, MD — University of Aarhus
• Study coordinator: David Kocemba, MD
• Email: davkoc@rm.dk
• Phone: +45 23882198

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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.