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Can neck surgery restore full function? a Two-Year study investigates

NCT ID NCT05310578

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Linkoeping University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Sep 02, 2026 · Last updated Sep 03, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study follows 154 adults with cervical radiculopathy, a condition where a pinched nerve in the neck causes arm pain and disability. All participants are scheduled for posterior cervical decompression surgery, which widens the nerve passage to relieve pressure. Researchers will measure neck function, pain, and quality of life before surgery and again at 3, 12, and 24 months afterward. The goal is to understand how much patients improve over two years and what factors influence their recovery.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Posterior cervical foraminotomy with or without laminectomy (surgical procedure to relieve nerve compression in the neck)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could clarify how much neck and arm function improves after this surgery, helping doctors set realistic expectations and plan rehabilitation.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, so it cannot prove the surgery causes improvement. Results may vary widely among the 154 participants, and the lack of a comparison group limits what can be concluded.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 154 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Aug 2022

Expected to finish

Dec 2028

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A government agency

The lead sponsor is a government body.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Who is studied

Individuals with cervical radiculopathy scheduled to undergo foraminotomy with our without laminectomy at one of three specific neurosurgery or neuroortopedic clinics in south of Sweden. Individuals are preoperative screened for eligibility and those who meet the criteria to participate in the study are asked for informed consent.

Ages

18 to 75 years

Sex

Anyone

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Inclusion Criteria: * Cervical radiculopathy, confirmed by MRI images (or alternative neuroradiological imaging if MRI contraindicated) compatible with clinical findings of nerve root compression (neurological examination performed by a neurosurgeon/orthopedic surgeon) * Posterior cervical decompression as foraminotomy with our without laminectomy * At least 3 months of persistent arm pain * Age 18-75 years Exclusion Criteria: * Nurick score 2 or more (to exclude individuals with moderate to high myelopathy) * Previous surgery of cervical spine * Previous fracture or dislocation of the cervical spine * Malignancy or benign spinal tumor (eg, neuromas) * Spinal infection * Previous spondylodiscitis * Servere mental disorder * Known alcohol or drug abuse * Lack of ability to write/comprehend/express oneself in Swedish

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Conditions

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radiculopathy

As listed by the trial registrant

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Cervical radiculopathy

How to take part

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Neuro-ortopediska kliniken

    RECRUITING

    Jönköping, Sweden

  • Neurosurgery clinic

    RECRUITING

    Linköping, Sweden

  • Ryggkirurgiskt Centrum

    RECRUITING

    Stockholm, Sweden

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