Effectiveness of Pulsed Radiofrequency of the Saphenous Nerve in the Management of Knee Arthroplasty Pain
Launched by FUNDACIÓN SANTA FE DE BOGOTA · Feb 23, 2018
Trial Information
Current as of May 07, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Methods
Study Design
Randomized, blinded clinical trial. Patients are divided into two groups, one to saphenous nerve block with pulsed radiofrequency guided by ultrasound is applied plus standard pain management by the Pain Clinic, the other one only standard pain management by the Pain Clinic. A 6-month follow-up is evaluating pain by VAS and function by the WOMAC scale
Objectif
Asses the effectivity and safety of preoperatory saphenous nerve pulsed radiofrecuency in total knee arthroplasty between 2014 and 2015 in the Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá Hospital.
Statistical Analysis
Samp...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Patients from the Center for Care of Articular Replacements from Fundación Santa Fe University Hospital programed for knee replacement surgery.
- • ASA I-III
- • Informed consent
- • Unilateral Knee Replacement
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Neurologic conditions associated with hyperalgesia or allodynia
- • Cognitive impairment
- • Psychiatric conditions
- • Contraindication for the use of local anesthetics
- • Bleeding disorders
- • Pacemaker or ICD
- • Septic arthritis or any infection in the surgical site
- • Additional surgical procedure during the surgical act
About Fundación Santa Fe De Bogota
Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá is a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing healthcare through clinical research and innovation. Based in Bogotá, Colombia, it operates a state-of-the-art medical center that facilitates a wide range of clinical trials across various therapeutic areas. The foundation is committed to enhancing patient care and improving health outcomes by fostering collaboration between researchers, healthcare professionals, and industry partners. With a strong emphasis on ethical standards and scientific rigor, Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá aims to contribute to the global body of medical knowledge and the development of new therapies that address unmet medical needs.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
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Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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