What this Trial Is About

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness and safety of two treatments for adults with Trigeminal Neuralgia, a chronic condition causing severe facial pain. The study compares Pulsed Radiofrequency (PRF) alone with a combination of Pulsed and Thermal Radiofrequency (PRF + TRF) to determine which provides better long-term pain relief and reduces the need for pain medication. This randomized controlled trial focuses on adult patients experiencing significant facial pain that has not improved with medication. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either PRF treatment, which uses electrical pulses to modulate nerve function without causing heat damage, or a combined PRF and Thermal Radiofrequency treatment that adds controlled heat to create a lesion on the trigeminal nerve. Both procedures are performed under sterile conditions with anesthesia, targeting the nerve responsible for the pain. The treatments aim to compare the pain relief and safety profiles of the two methods. During the 12-week follow-up, participants will have their pain levels assessed at baseline, 1 week, 4 weeks, and 12 weeks after the procedure using pain scales such as the Numeric Rating Scale and Visual Analog Scale. Researchers will also monitor changes in medication use and any adverse events related to the procedures. Participants will attend scheduled follow-up visits to support these assessments and ensure safety throughout the study period.

Comparison of Pulsed and Thermal Radiofrequency for Trigeminal Neuralgia