Understanding recovery in patients with cervical radiculopathy after surgery

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 observational study aims to evaluate the pain, function, psychosocial factors, and health-related quality of life in individuals with cervical radiculopathy following posterior cervical decompression surgery. It will involve a prospective multicenter longitudinal cohort of 154 patients who will undergo cervical foraminotomy with or without laminectomy. Participants will be followed up at three, 12, and 24 months postoperatively to assess their neck-specific function and overall recovery. The study seeks to fill the knowledge gap regarding postoperative outcomes in this patient population.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Cervical radiculopathy, confirmed by MRI images (or alternative neuroradiological imaging if MRI contraindicated) compatible with clinical findings of nerve root compression (neurological examination performed by a neurosurgeon/orthopedic surgeon)
* Posterior cervical decompression as foraminotomy with our without laminectomy
* At least 3 months of persistent arm pain
* Age 18-75 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* Nurick score 2 or more (to exclude individuals with moderate to high myelopathy)
* Previous surgery of cervical spine
* Previous fracture or dislocation of the cervical spine
* Malignancy or benign spinal tumor (eg, neuromas)
* Spinal infection
* Previous spondylodiscitis
* Servere mental disorder
* Known alcohol or drug abuse
* Lack of ability to write/comprehend/express oneself in Swedish

Where it's running

• Neuro-ortopediska kliniken
  Jönköping, Sweden Recruiting
• Neurosurgery clinic
  Linköping, Sweden Recruiting
• Ryggkirurgiskt Centrum
  Stockholm, Sweden Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Anneli Peolsson, PhD — Linköping University, Department of Health, Medicine and Caring Sciences, Unit of physiotherapy
• Study coordinator: Jard Svensson, MSc
• Email: jard.svensson@liu.se
• Phone: +46101034026

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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.