Actively Recruiting

Age: 18Years +
All Genders
NCT07473505

Integrative Bilateral Cervical Sympathetic Blocks for Trauma-Related Symptoms in Special Operations Veterans: A Prospective Case Series

Led by Reset Medical and Wellness Center · Updated on 2026-03-20

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Participants Needed

1

Research Sites

66 weeks

Total Duration

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What this Trial Is About

This study prospectively evaluates the effects of Integrative Bilateral Cervical Sympathetic Block (BCSB) on trauma-related symptoms in Special Operations Veterans, comparing outcomes in those receiving BCSB alone versus BCSB combined with structured integrative therapy. Using standardized FDA-approved dosing, validated symptom measures, and strict safety criteria, the study aims to determine whether this dual-level autonomic intervention improves PTSD-related and TBI-related symptoms, and whether pairing the procedure with therapy enhances durability and overall clinical benefit.

CONDITIONS

Official Title

Integrative Bilateral Cervical Sympathetic Blocks for Trauma-Related Symptoms in Special Operations Veterans: A Prospective Case Series

Who Can Participate

Age: 18Years +
All Genders

Eligibility Criteria

Eligible

You may qualify if you...

  • 18 years or older
  • Diagnosed with PTSD with a PCL Score of 33 or greater at baseline screening
  • Willing and able to provide informed consent and complete study procedures
  • Fluent in English
  • Special Operations Forces Veteran
Not Eligible

You will not qualify if you...

  • Received any cervical sympathetic block (unilateral or bilateral) within the past 6 months
  • Currently enrolled in another interventional clinical trial or receiving experimental treatment for PTSD, TBI, or autonomic dysfunction
  • Experiencing acute psychiatric crisis requiring inpatient care, active suicidal or homicidal intent, untreated mania, psychosis, or severe dissociation
  • Known medical conditions that contraindicate BCSB such as anatomical abnormalities, bleeding disorders, allergy to local anesthetics, pregnancy, or other comorbidities as judged by physician
  • Inability to read, speak, or understand English sufficiently to complete consent and assessments
  • PCL-5 Score below 33 at screening indicating minimal PTSD symptoms

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Trial Site Locations

Total: 1 location

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Reset Medical and Wellness Center

Strongsville, Ohio, United States, 44136

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Research Team

M

Michael Louwers, MD

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How is the study designed?

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Masking

N/A

Allocation

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Model

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Primary Purpose

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Number of Arms

1

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