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Official title Investigation of the Effects of Interlaminar Epidural Steroid Injection on Upper Extremity Proprioception in Patients With Chronic Cervical Radiculopathy
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07307846
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Cervical radiculopathy is a common condition caused by irritation or compression of cervical nerve roots, often leading to unilateral neuropathic pain and functional impairment. Proprioceptive deficits in the upper extremity have been demonstrated in various cervical spine disorders; however, the effect of interlaminar epidural steroid injection (ILESI) on upper extremity proprioception in patients with chronic cervical radiculopathy has not been previously examined.
- This is a blinded study.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 65
You may be able to join if
- Participants must meet all of the following:
- Female or male, 18-65 years of age
- Presence of unilateral cervical radicular pain lasting at least 3 months
- MRI of the cervical spine within the last 12 months demonstrating at least one cervical disc herniation consistent with the patient's symptoms
- Diagnosed with chronic cervical radiculopathy based on history, physical examination, and clinical evaluation
You likely can't join if
- Participants will be excluded for any of the following:
- Cervical physical therapy or cervical spinal injection performed within the past 6 months
- Symptoms or diagnosis of upper extremity entrapment neuropathy
- Documented vitamin B12 deficiency or vitamin D deficiency on laboratory results within the past year
- History of cervical spine surgery or significant cervical trauma
- Bilateral cervical radicular pain
See the full eligibility criteria
- Participants must meet all of the following:
- Female or male, 18-65 years of age
- Presence of unilateral cervical radicular pain lasting at least 3 months
- MRI of the cervical spine within the last 12 months demonstrating at least one cervical disc herniation consistent with the patient's symptoms
- Diagnosed with chronic cervical radiculopathy based on history, physical examination, and clinical evaluation
- Ability to read and write (literacy)
- Willingness to participate and ability to provide written informed consent
- Participants will be excluded for any of the following:
- Cervical physical therapy or cervical spinal injection performed within the past 6 months
- Symptoms or diagnosis of upper extremity entrapment neuropathy
- Documented vitamin B12 deficiency or vitamin D deficiency on laboratory results within the past year
- History of cervical spine surgery or significant cervical trauma
- Bilateral cervical radicular pain
- Cervical spinal stenosis
- History of upper extremity surgery or significant upper extremity trauma
- Cognitive impairment, major psychiatric disorder, intellectual disability, or history of significant neurological disease
- Diagnosis of polyneuropathy
- Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus
- Diagnosis of fibromyalgia
- Current use of medications that may impair proprioception or have sedative effects (e.g., gabapentinoids, antidepressants, muscle relaxants)
- Active local or systemic infection
- Coagulopathy or bleeding diathesis
- Known allergy to any components of the planned injection (triamcinolone, lidocaine, saline, contrast medium)
- Pregnancy
- Inability or unwillingness to provide informed consent
- Illiteracy (unable to read or write) Withdrawal Criteria
- Voluntary withdrawal of consent at any time
- Inability or unwillingness to continue study participation for any reason
- New medical condition or event after enrollment that renders continuation unsafe according to the investigator's judgment
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Pendik, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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