Using cannabis extract to relieve acute radicular pain and reduce painkiller needs

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 clinical trial evaluates the effectiveness of cannabis oil in managing acute radicular pain and renal colic pain in hospitalized patients. Participants will receive a single dose of cannabis oil alongside standard pain management protocols, including morphine. The study aims to determine if cannabis can provide pain relief and decrease the reliance on opioid medications. Eligible patients will be monitored for pain levels and overall outcomes during their treatment.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 - 70 years
* ASA 1 or 2
* Acute Radicular Pain \< 12 weeks
* Pain of VAS 6 or more/ VRS moderate or more
* Radicular pain: Dermatomal pain that corresponds to physical exam and CT/MRI in the last year

Exclusion Criteria:

* Age \< 18 or \> 70 years
* ASA 3 or more
* Chronic radicular pain \> 12 weeks
* Past spine surgery
* Intermittent Claudication due to Vascular Disease
* Diagnosed Diabetic Neuropathy
* Regular Cannabis use in past 6 months (more than once a week) OR once in last 2 weeks
* Regular opioid use in past week (Targin, Percocet, Tramadol) (Equivalent to Oxycodone 20 mg/day or more)
* Pregnancy or Lactating
* Ischemic heart disease
* Renal or hepatic failure
* History of psychiatric illness
* Cognitive impairment or inability to answer questions
* Known allergy to opioids
* Potential Loss to follow up

Where it's running

• Hadassah Medical Center
  Jerusalem, Israel Recruiting

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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.