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Evaluation of Multi-Tined Expandable Electrode (MEE) Efficacy and Safety in Treatment of Lumbar Facet Arthropathy by Radiofrequency Neurotomies Compared to Conservative Medical Management.
Sponsor: University of Kansas Medical Center
Summary
The purpose of this study is to better understand how people feel after a radiofrequency ablation standard of care surgery using a different type of needle (multi-tined expandable electrode/MEE) in comparison to receiving conventional medical management (CMM) techniques.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
50
Start Date
2020-12-17
Completion Date
2026-11-30
Last Updated
2025-11-13
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Radiofrequency Ablation with MEE
RFA will be performed in the usual fashion utilizing the MEE instead of the RFA needles routinely used at each institution.
Conventional Medical Management
Conventional medical management (CMM), which may include physical therapy, home exercise programs, pain medication, and other conservative therapies such as back brace, walking aid, and chiropractic care.
Locations (1)
University of Kansas Medical Center
Kansas City, Kansas, United States