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ArticleJournal of orthopaedic surgery and research2023

A comparison of pulsed radiofrequency and radiofrequency denervation for lumbar facet joint pain.

Shao-Jun Li, Shu-Li Zhang, Dan Feng

2 registry-linked trialsOpen access · goldAbstract read
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Article in Journal of orthopaedic surgery and research, 2023. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to 2 registered trials, which are not on this map. Cited by 8 papers.

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2 · The registry

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Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.

NCT06477094 narecruitingnot on this mapstarted 2024, after this paper: background citation

Efficacy of Radiofrequency Ablation Using Multi-Tined Electrodes vs. Traditional Electrodes for Treatment of Lumbar Spondylosis

TypeinterventionalSponsorUniversity of ArkansasRan2024 to 2027Enrolled25ConditionsLumbar SpondylosisArmsStratus Nimbus Electrosurgical RF Multi-Tined Expandable Electrode, Stryker Venom Radiofrequency Cannula
NCT07309731 narecruitingnot on this mapstarted 2026, after this paper: background citation

Impact OF Cooled Versus Thermal Radiofrequency Denervation In Management Of Chronic Lumber Facet Joint Pain.Prospective Study.

TypeinterventionalSponsorZagazig UniversityRan2026 to 2026Enrolled100ConditionsLumber Facet Joint Pain(Lower Back Pain ) Relief by Cooled Radiofrequency or Thermal Radiofrequency DenervationArmsthermal radio frequency denervation, Cooled Radiofrequency denervation
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8 citing papers in PubMed, 9 citations in OpenAlex.

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

3 authors at 1 institution in 1 country.

Shao-Jun Li *Department of Pain Management, Wuhan No.1 Hospital, Wuhan, 430022, Hubei Province, China.
Shu-Li Zhang *Department of Pain Management, Wuhan No.1 Hospital, Wuhan, 430022, Hubei Province, China.
Dan FengDepartment of Pain Management, Wuhan No.1 Hospital, Wuhan, 430022, Hubei Province, China. 13995621216@163.com.
Wuhan No.1 Hospital · CN

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundLumbar facet joint pain is a common disorder. The main symptom is chronic lumbar pain, which can reduce quality of life. Radiofrequency has often been used to treat lumbar facet joint pain. However, the effectiveness of this technique has been controversial. This study was conducted to compare the effectiveness of pulsed radiofrequency (PRF) and radiofrequency denervation (RD) for lumbar facet joint pain.

methodsOne hundred and forty-two patients with lumbar facet joint pain were allocated to two treatment groups: PRF group (N = 72) and RD group (N = 70). Patients enrolled in the study were assessed using a visual analogue scale (VAS), Roland-Morris questionnaire (RMQ), Oswestry disability index (ODI) and Short-Form 36 (SF-36) questionnaire before therapy, 3 months and 12 months later.

resultsThere were no significant differences in VAS, RMQ score, ODI score and SF-36 score at 3 months (p > 0.05). Significant differences in pain control were observed in both groups at 12 months (3.09 ± 1.72 vs. 2.37 ± 1.22, p = 0.006). There was a significant difference in RMQ score (11.58 ± 3.58 vs. 8.17 ± 2.34, p < 0.001) and ODI score (43.65 ± 11.01 vs. 35.42 ± 11.32, p < 0.001) at 12 months. The total SF-36 score was higher in the RD group than in the PRF group at 12 months (58.45 ± 6.97 vs. 69.36 ± 6.43, p < 0.001). In terms of complications, skin numbness occurred in three patients. Mild pain such as burning and pinking at the puncture site in two patients. One patient experienced a decrease in back muscle strength and back muscle fatigue. These complications disappeared in 3 weeks without any treatment. There were no serious adverse events in the PRF group.

conclusionRadiofrequency is an effective and safe treatment option for patients with lumbar facet joint pain. RD could provide good and lasting pain relief, with significant improvement in lumbar function and quality of life at long-term follow-up.

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Low Back PainPulsed Radiofrequency TreatmentZygapophyseal JointArthralgiaDenervationHumansQuality of LifeSpinal PunctureTreatment OutcomeLumbar facet joint painPosterior branchesPulsed radiofrequencyRadiofrequency denervation

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