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NCT02239627 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Epidural Clonidine Versus Corticosteroid for Low Back Pain
A NA study, sponsored by West Virginia University.
- Terminated
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 16
- Enrollment target
NCT02239627 is a NA study that was terminated before completion, run by West Virginia University. The registered enrollment target is 16 participants.
The verdict
NCT02239627, a NA study, was terminated before completion, sponsored by West Virginia University.
- TERMINATED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 16 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
Low back pain is a common condition, affecting majority of the adults in the United States at some point in their lives. Fortunately, most resolve, even without treatment. However, some suffer from continued or recurrent pain. For those suffering from continued or recurrent low back pain, numerous treatment options exist. One such option is an epidural injection, particularly when other non-surgical treatment options have failed. An epidural injection is the placement of a needle into the space around the spinal cord with the aid of a live X-Ray machine, followed by an injection of various medications. Typically, the medication that is injected is a steroid, commonly with the combination of local anesthetic medication. Epidural steroid injections, with or without local anesthetic is part of the established standard of care in the United States for those with continued or recurrent low back pain. The steroid is believed to reduce inflammation and edema of the injured or irritated nerves. However, despite the routine use of epidural steroids, the steroid itself is not without risks or side effects. Though rare, the steroids have been associated with complications including osteoporosis, steroid induced myopathy, cataracts and many others. In order to minimize the side effects associated with epidural steroids, limiting the dose and frequency have been outlined. Clonidine is another medication, commonly used in numerous clinical settings. U. S. Food and Drug Administration approved the medication for epidural use for cancer pain but studies have shown effectiveness in non-cancer pain was well and is routinely used for various conditions. There is growing evidence on the use of epidural clonidine for treatment of pain, including low back pain. This research will study and compare the effectiveness, if any, of clonidine compared to steroid in an epidural injection for low back pain.
Interventions
- DRUG Clonidine
- DRUG Epidural steroid
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 16 participants |
| Start Date | 2014-09 |
| Est. Completion | 2015-06 |
| Phase | NA |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT02239627
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT02239627 describes a study currently listed as terminated, categorized as NA. The registered enrollment target is 16 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is West Virginia University, which has 122 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov.
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which Clonidine is the first listed.
NCT02239627 reports 0 study locations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02239627 about?
NCT02239627 is a clinical study titled "Epidural Clonidine Versus Corticosteroid for Low Back Pain". Low back pain is a common condition, affecting majority of the adults in the United States at some point in their lives. Fortunately, most resolve, even without treatment. However, some suffer from continued or recurrent pain. For those suffering from continued or recurrent low back pain, numerous ...
What is the current status of trial NCT02239627?
This trial is currently terminated. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 16 participants. The study started on 2014-09. Estimated completion is 2015-06.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02239627?
The interventions under investigation include: Clonidine (DRUG), Epidural steroid (DRUG).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02239627?
This trial is sponsored by West Virginia University, which has 122 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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