TFESI for neuropathic pain in lumbosacral 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 prospective interventional study will enroll adults with lumbosacral radiculopathy who are scheduled to receive TFESI. Neuropathic pain severity will be measured with the Neuropathic Pain Scale before the procedure and during follow-up after TFESI to see if pain symptoms improve. Secondary assessments may include overall pain intensity and functional status to capture potential benefits on daily activities. The study aims to clarify the role of TFESI in modulating neuropathic pain components in this patient population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Adults aged 18 years and older
* Patients diagnosed with lumbosacral radiculopathy based on clinical evaluation and lumbar MRI findings
* Presence of neuropathic pain symptoms associated with lumbosacral radiculopathy
* Patients scheduled to undergo transforaminal epidural steroid injection (TFESI)
* Patients able to understand and complete the study questionnaires and scales
* Voluntary written informed consent provided

Exclusion Criteria:

* Previous lumbar spinal surgery
* Cauda equina syndrome or progressive neurological deficit
* Spinal malignancy, infection, or acute vertebral fracture
* Pregnancy or breastfeeding
* Coagulation disorders or current anticoagulant therapy contraindicating injection procedures
* Known allergy to contrast agents, local anesthetics, or corticosteroids
* Severe uncontrolled systemic disease
* Cognitive impairment preventing completion of assessment scales
* Patients unwilling to participate or unable to attend follow-up visits

Where it's running

• Marmara University Pendik Training and Research Hospital, Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation"
  Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Osman Hakan Gündüz, Professor MD — Marmara University Faculty of Medicine
• Study coordinator: Ece Reşit, MD
• Email: resitece98@gmail.com
• Phone: +90 531 555 49 01

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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.