The Clinical Efficacy of Different Durations of Suprascapular Nerve Pulsed Radiofrequency

Launched by ANKARA UNIVERSITY · Nov 30, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is looking at a treatment for chronic shoulder pain caused by conditions like shoulder impingement syndrome and supraspinatus tendinosis. These conditions can make daily activities difficult and painful. The researchers want to find out if using short bursts of electrical stimulation on the suprascapular nerve, which helps control pain in the shoulder, can provide longer-lasting relief. They will compare two different durations of this stimulation to see which one works better for managing pain.

To participate in this trial, individuals should be between 18 and 80 years old and have been experiencing shoulder pain for at least three months, with a pain level of 4 or higher on a scale of 0 to 10, despite trying other treatments. Participants will receive the nerve stimulation treatment and will be monitored for its effectiveness. It's important to note that individuals with certain medical conditions, like uncontrolled diabetes or a history of shoulder surgery on the affected side, will not be eligible to join the study. This trial aims to help improve pain management strategies for those suffering from chronic shoulder pain.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Patients aged 18-80 years
• • Shoulder pain caused by impingement syndrome
• • Shoulder pain due to supraspinatus tendinosis
• • Diagnosis of impingement syndrome and supraspinatus tendinosis confirmed through physical examination and radiological imaging (MRI)
• • Pain persisting for 3 months or longer
• • Numeric Pain Rating Scale (NRS) score of 4 or higher despite conservative treatment
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Patients unwilling to participate in the study
• • Presence of chronic pain due to other conditions
• • Presence of cervical radiculopathy
• • History of opioid use
• • Uncontrolled diabetes (HbA1c \> 8)
• • History of shoulder surgery on the affected side
• • Uncontrolled psychiatric disorders despite medical treatment
• • History of cancer
• • History of stroke