RecruitingNCT05310578

Functioning in Individuals with Cervical Radiculopathy After Posterior Cervical Decompression

Functioning in Individuals with Cervical Radiculopathy After Posterior Cervical Decompression: a Prospective Multicenter Observational Study with a 2 Year Follow-up.

Sponsor

Linkoeping University

Enrollment

154 participants

Start Date

Aug 22, 2022

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Cervical radiculopathy

Summary

Compression on structures, as spinal nerves, in the cervical spine can cause cervical radiculopathy which leads to pain, disability, and reduced quality of life for the affected individual. Cervical foraminotomy with our without laminectomy are common posterior decompression surgical techniques for treating cervical radiculopathy. There is a lack of knowledge regarding function in patients with cervical radiculopathy after posterior cervical decompression. The aim with this study is to study pain, function, psychosocial factors, and health related quality of life after posterior cervical decompression in patients with cervical radiculopathy. This is a prospective multicenter longitudinal observational cohort study with follow-up at three, 12- and 24 months postoperative. A total of 154 individuals scheduled to undergo foraminotomy with our without laminectomy due to cervical radiculopathy will be included. Primary outcome is neck-specific function measured with the Neck Disability Index. Data will be collected preoperatively and at three, 12 and 24 months with electronic questionnaire.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 YearsMax Age: 75 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This Swedish study follows patients who undergo posterior cervical decompression surgery (a procedure to relieve pressure on a nerve root in the neck) to understand how physical function, pain, and quality of life change over time. You may be eligible if: - You are 18-75 years old - You have cervical radiculopathy (nerve root compression in the neck causing arm pain) confirmed by MRI - You have had persistent arm pain for at least 3 months - You are scheduled for posterior cervical decompression surgery (foraminotomy with or without laminectomy) You may NOT be eligible if: - You have moderate to high myelopathy (Nurick score 2 or more) - You have had previous cervical spine surgery - You had a cervical fracture or dislocation in the past - You have a spinal tumor or infection - You have a severe mental health condition - You have known alcohol or drug misuse - You cannot read or write Swedish Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

PROCEDUREPosterior cervical foraminotomy (with our without laminectomy)

The aim of surgery is to decrease the compression of the affected nerve. In posterior cervical foraminotomy, the foramina is expanded to create more space and with posterior cervical laminectomy the lamina is removed to create space mainly for the spinal cord.