RecruitingPhase 2Phase 3NCT06185816

Non-Invasive Pulsed Radiofrequency for the Treatment of Neuropathic Pain

Sponsor

Stanford University

Enrollment

95 participants

Start Date

Nov 1, 2024

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Pain, Nerve

Summary

The purpose of this study is to examine non-invasive pulsed radiofrequency (NIPRF) and the effect it has on chronic neuropathic pain. Chronic neuropathic pain after peripheral nerve injury most often occurs in the context of post-traumatic or post-surgical pain. It is often treated with nerve blocks, prescription medication, physical therapy, neuromodulation, and surgery. The study team will be examining the efficacy of NIPRF and determining if it would be an appropriate treatment for chronic neuropathic pain after peripheral nerve injury.The Stimpod used in the present study is FDA approved and will be used for on label purposes.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a medical device called Active Treatment and a medical device called Non-active Treatment for people with pain, nerve. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

This summary was AI-generated to explain the trial in plain language. It is not medical advice. Always discuss eligibility with your doctor before enrolling in a clinical trial.

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Interventions

DEVICEActive Treatment

The treatment is a non-invasive pulsed radio frequency current that emits a high frequency magnetic field. It has a pulse width of 0.2ms, a pulse rate of 2Hz and an intensity between 0 - 30ma. There is a 'beep' sound as the pulses occur. There are 2 electrodes used - one is the indifferent electrode that is placed on the skin at a suitable distance away from the active electrode and the other, an active electrode - is a probe that is applied to the target nerve to treat the mononeuropathy

DEVICENon-active Treatment

The placebo device will be inert with nil current emitted however the device will look and be used in exactly the same way. There will also be a 'beep' sound emitted and only the investigator will know the difference. The placebo device will not deliver any electrical stimulation.

Locations(1)

Stanford Pain Management Center

Redwood City, California, United States

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