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New exercise approach may better soothe sciatic nerve pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a specific type of exercise (mirror image spine correction) can improve nerve health and reduce pain better than standard physiotherapy in adults with sciatica. About 64 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two 12-week exercise programs. The m…
Matched conditions: SCIATICA
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Sharjah • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 07, 2026 18:42 UTC
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Can a simple steroid injection ease your back pain? new study seeks answers
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study looks at how well steroid injections work for people with back and leg pain caused by a pinched nerve. Researchers will test different doses and two types of steroids to see which provides the best pain relief and improves daily function. The study involves 150 adults …
Matched conditions: SCIATICA
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: University of Miami • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:54 UTC
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New hope for sciatica sufferers: needle therapy and exercise put to the test
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a treatment called PENS (a gentle electrical stimulation applied near the sciatic nerve with thin needles) combined with exercise for people with long-term sciatica. 88 adults with chronic leg pain will be randomly assigned to PENS, TENS (skin patches), dry needl…
Matched conditions: SCIATICA
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Complutense de Madrid • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:30 UTC
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Needle zap may beat pills for sciatica pain
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests a 30-minute treatment called PENS, where thin needles deliver gentle electrical current near the sciatic nerve. Researchers will compare it to standard TENS (skin patches), dry needling, and a placebo in 88 adults with long-term sciatica. The goal is to see if on…
Matched conditions: SCIATICA
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universidad Complutense de Madrid • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 01, 2026 16:00 UTC
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Timing of pain relief after back injection may predict Long-Term results
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study follows 120 adults with leg pain from a herniated disc who receive a steroid injection in the spine. Researchers want to see if how quickly pain drops in the first few hours and days can predict whether the shot will still be working 3 to 6 months later. The goal is to…
Matched conditions: SCIATICA
Sponsor: Marmara University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 05, 2026 11:54 UTC