RecruitingNCT05641948

Radiofrequency Denervation and Brain Imaging

Radiofrequency Denervation and Brain Structure, Function And Connectivity In Chronic Low Back Pain Patients

Sponsor

University of Aberdeen

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

Apr 3, 2023

Study Type

OBSERVATIONAL

Conditions

Low Back Pain, Mechanical

Summary

The goal of this observational study is to learn about changes in brain and its activity of following radiofrequency denervation treatment for chronic low back pain. The main question it aims to answer are: * report the magnitude of the brain changes following radiofrequency treatment for low back pain. * identify changes unique to radiofrequency treatment Patients with nociceptive type low back pain of moderate to severe intensity will be identified to undergo radiofrequency treatment. They will have 3 MRI scans - Baseline, after the diagnostic injections and 3 months after radiofrequency treatment. They will also fill questions relating to their pain, disability and health related quality of life.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

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This clinical trial is studying MRI scan for people with low back pain, mechanical. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location.

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