Radiofrequency ablation for chronic pain after knee surgery
Radiofrequency Ablation for the Treatment of Post-knee Arthroplasty Chronic Pain. A Randomized Double-blind Study. A Novel Approach.
This study tests whether a treatment called radiofrequency ablation can help people with ongoing knee pain after knee surgery feel better.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 86 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Consorci Sanitari de l'Alt Penedès i Garraf Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Barcelona, Catalonia) |
| Trial ID | NCT05920382 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates the use of radiofrequency ablation to treat chronic knee pain in patients who have undergone knee arthroplasty. The study focuses on individuals experiencing persistent pain for at least six months post-surgery, targeting specific sensory nerves that may contribute to their discomfort. By applying radiofrequency energy to these nerves, the trial aims to alleviate pain and improve the quality of life for affected patients. The methodology includes assessing pain intensity and stability prior to treatment to ensure appropriate candidate selection.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are individuals who have had knee arthroplasty and experience chronic knee pain rated at 5 or higher on a pain scale for at least six months.
Not a fit: Patients with acute knee pain, psychiatric disorders, or those who have received recent corticosteroid injections will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly reduce chronic pain and improve the quality of life for patients suffering after knee arthroplasty.
How similar studies have performed: While radiofrequency ablation has been used for chronic pain management, the specific application for post-knee arthroplasty pain is less established and may represent a novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Individuals who have undergone knee arthroplasty. * Chronic knee pain post-knee arthroplasty for at least 6 months after the procedure and less than 5 years. * Pain intensity on the numerical visual scale ≥ 5 out of 10 points. * Stable pain for the last 30 days. * The knee is the location with the highest intensity of pain, in the case of patients with multiple joint pains. Exclusion Criteria: * Acute knee pain. * Psychiatric illness or dementia that may interfere with or hinder study assessments. * Diagnosis of fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, or central sensitization syndrome. * Knee infiltration with corticosteroids in the past 30 days. * Changes in oral analgesic medication in the past 30 days.
Where this trial is running
Barcelona, Catalonia
- Consorci Sanitari Alt'Pènedes i Garraf — Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Italo G Pisani, Md
- Email: italopisani1976@gmail.com
- Phone: +34649034623
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.