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Erector Spinae Plane Block Versus Transcutaneous Radiofrequency in Postherpetic Neuralgia
Led by Diskapi Teaching and Research Hospital · Updated on 2026-02-25
50
Participants Needed
1
Research Sites
69 weeks
Total Duration
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AI-Summary
What this Trial Is About
This observational study aims to compare the effectiveness of ultrasound-guided erector spinae plane (ESP) block and transcutaneous radiofrequency (RF) treatment in patients with postherpetic neuralgia. Pain intensity and neuropathic pain characteristics will be evaluated using the Visual Analog Scale (VAS) and the Self-Leeds Assessment of Neuropathic Symptoms and Signs (S-LANSS) score.
CONDITIONS
Official Title
Erector Spinae Plane Block Versus Transcutaneous Radiofrequency in Postherpetic Neuralgia
Who Can Participate
Eligibility Criteria
You may qualify if you...
- Diagnosis of postherpetic neuralgia involving cervical, thoracic, or lumbar regions
- Age between 18 and 80 years
- Persistent pain despite conservative treatment
- Baseline VAS score > 5
You will not qualify if you...
- Ophthalmic or extremity postherpetic neuralgia
- Allergy to local anesthetics
- Pregnancy
- Coagulopathy or use of antiplatelet therapy
- Cognitive impairment preventing informed consent
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Trial Site Locations
Total: 1 location
1
Ayse Betul Acar
Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye), 06500
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Research Team
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How is the study designed?
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Masking
N/A
Allocation
N/A
Model
N/A
Primary Purpose
N/A
Number of Arms
2
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