Efficacy of Interventional Methods Used in the Treatment of Coccydynia

Launched by ANKARA ETLIK CITY HOSPITAL · Oct 20, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking into new treatments for coccydynia, which is pain in the tailbone area that hasn't improved with standard care. The study will compare two specific procedures: the sacral erector spinae plane block and the caudal epidural injection. Both of these methods are designed to relieve pain by targeting the nerves in the lower back and tailbone area. To make sure the procedures are done accurately, ultrasound and fluoroscopy (a type of real-time X-ray) will be used. Participants will share their experiences and pain levels through questionnaires at different points over 12 weeks to see how well these treatments work.

To be eligible for this trial, participants need to be between 18 and 70 years old and have been suffering from coccydynia that hasn't responded to other treatments. People who have had similar procedures before, have certain medical conditions, or are pregnant won’t be able to join. The study is not yet recruiting participants, but if you or someone you know is dealing with this kind of pain and meets the criteria, this could be an opportunity to explore new options for relief.

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ALL

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Chronic coccydynia unresponsive to conservative treatment
• • Male and female population aged 18-70
• • No previous interventional procedure performed during the treatment process
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Coagulation disorders
• • Infections in the areas to be treated
• • Allergy to local anesthesia
• • Socio-cultural inadequacy
• • Mental retardation
• • Pregnancy
• • Previous interventional procedure performed
• • Patient refusal of the interventional procedure
• • Presence of malignancy in the coccygeal region
• • Previous surgery in the coccygeal region