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Offset Mechanisms in Evaluation of Lumbar Medial Branch Blocks

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllUniversity of Pittsburgh
NCT05961800 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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In plain words

What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

This study examines the relationship between central nervous system (CNS) mechanisms of pain inhibition and the pain relief that occurs following a lumbar medial branch block (MBB).

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * Scheduled for lumbar MBB in UPMC Pain Management clinics * Age \> 18 years old * Predominantly axial chronic low back pain at least 3 months on a daily basis * Must meet the minimum criteria for cognitive function using the PROMIS 2-item cognitive screener (\>3) * Low back pain intensity of \> 3/10 * Willing and able to receive study-related phone calls Exclusion Criteria: * History of spine surgery at the level of the lumbar MBB * Active worker's compensation or litigation claims * New pain and/or psychiatric treatments within 2 weeks of enrollment * Not fluent in English and/or not able to complete the questionnaires * Any clinically unstable systemic illness that is judged to interfere with the study
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What it tests

  • Cutaneous Probe
  • Quantitative Sensory Testing
  • Computer Tasks
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Where

1 site
UPMC St. Margaret
Pittsburgh, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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