The Relation of the Anatomic Morphology of Lumbar Transverse Processes and the Success Rate of Facet Joint Radiofrequency Denervation

Launched by ONDOKUZ MAYIS UNIVERSITY · Jul 12, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how the shape and size of certain parts of the lower spine, called the lumbar transverse processes, might affect how well a treatment called radiofrequency ablation works for people with chronic lower back pain caused by problems in the facet joints. Radiofrequency ablation is a procedure that uses heat to block pain signals from nerves in the lower back. The study will look at adult patients who have had lower back pain for more than six months and are scheduled to have this treatment.

If you join the study, doctors will record your pain levels before the procedure and again one month later to see how much relief you get. They will also use images from your routine scans to measure the shapes and angles of your spine bones to see if these factors influence the success of the treatment. This study includes adults of all genders who have facet joint-related back pain and excludes those under 18, pregnant, or with severe spine deformities. Participation involves answering some questions about your pain and allowing doctors to review your scan images. The goal is to better understand who might benefit most from this treatment based on their spine’s anatomy.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Lumbar facet joint-originated lower back pain longer then 6 months.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Younger then 18
• • Reluctance to participate in the study
• • Severe anatomic deformation in lumbar vertebral region
• • Presence or suspicion of pregnancy
• • Inability to answer the questions of the study