Nerve Composition of Human Lumbar Dorsal Primary Rami and Its Medial Branch

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF ABERDEEN · Oct 22, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the nerves that supply the facet joints in the lower back, which are important for movement and stability. Researchers want to learn more about how these nerves are made up, especially in people who have conditions like lumbar facet arthrosis (a type of joint pain in the lower back) and nerve degeneration. This information could help improve treatments for back pain.

To participate in this trial, you must be 18 years or older and scheduled for lumbar spinal surgery. You will need to be able to give your consent to join the study. However, individuals under 18, those with certain health issues, or anyone who has had previous spinal surgery or treatments for lower back pain may not be eligible. If you join, you can expect to contribute to important research that may lead to better understanding and treatment options for back pain in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Be aged 18 or over
• • be able to give informed consent
• • scheduled to undergo lumbar spinal surgery
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Children under 18 years old
• • Vulnerable adults
• • Adults with incapacity
• • Inability to provide informed consent
• • History of previous spinal surgery
• • history of previous RF ablation for low back pain
• • has COVID-19 or displaying symptoms of COVID-19