Back surgery breakthrough? steroid injection during disc removal may ease pain
NCT ID NCT04182997
First seen Jun 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 12, 2026 · Updated 3 times
Summary
This study looks at whether giving a steroid during surgery for a herniated disc in the lower back can reduce pain and disability afterward. About 200 adults will be randomly assigned to receive either the steroid or a placebo during their operation. Researchers will track pain scores, disability levels, and how much pain medication patients need after surgery.
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Missouri Orthopaedic Institute
RECRUITINGColumbia, Missouri, 65202, United States
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