Clinical Research Directory

Phenol Neurolysis and Radiofrequency Thermocoagulation in Knee Arthroplasty Surgery

Patients who presented to the Department of Neurology, Algology, and underwent knee arthroplasty surgery for chronic knee osteoarthritis between 2025 and 2026 and underwent radiofrequency or chemical neurolysis of the geniculate nerve due to pain will be studied in two groups. The groups will be randomly assigned by the clinician using computer-aided designation, and the patients will be allocated to the two groups. Patients in Group 1 will receive radiofrequency thermocoagulation of the geniculate nerve. Patients in Group 2 will receive phenol neurolysis of the geniculate nerve. Patients with pacemakers will be included in the phenol neurolysis group (Group 2), and patients with a phenol allergy will be included in the radiofrequency group (Group 1). During the study, NRS and WOMAC measurements will be performed on patients in Groups 1 and 2 to assess pain intensity before the procedure and at 1, 3, and 6 months post-procedure. Neurological and musculoskeletal system examinations will be performed during routine check-ups before the procedure and at 1, 3 and 6 months after the procedure, and any developing side effects will be recorded.

Radiofrequency and Exercise-based Rehabilitation on Symptoms Associated With Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions in Breast Cancer

Breast cancer has a high impact, affecting 2.3 million women worldwide in 2022. In Spain, there were 40,203 new cases in 2023. In addition to the economic and social costs, patients suffer genitourinary dysfunctions due to cancer treatments. Genitourinary Menopausal Syndrome (GUS) affects 50% of menopausal women, with a higher prevalence in women with breast cancer. This study aims to compare the effectiveness of radiofrequency (RF) and pelvic floor muscle exercise (PFMT) in the treatment of pelvic dysfunction associated with GUS in breast cancer patients. A randomised, double-blind clinical trial will be conducted in collaboration with the Association of Women Affected by Breast Cancer of Elche and Region) and the CEU Cardenal Herrera University. Women diagnosed with breast cancer and pelvic dysfunction will participate, divided into three groups: one will receive PFMT, one will receive RF and one will receive PFMT+RF therapy. Both techniques are expected to improve the quality of life of patients, where RF could offer additional benefits due to its proven effectiveness in the treatment of vaginal dryness and dyspareunia. The expected results will contribute to more effective and less invasive treatment protocols. The project presented has the potential to positively impact the health and well-being of women with breast cancer, reducing the symptoms associated with the disease and its treatment, and improving their quality of life.

Effect of Capacitive and Resistive Radiofrequency on Postpartum Diastasis Recti

To evaluate the effect of capacitive and resistive radiofrequency on postpartum rectus abdominis diastasis.