New Nerve-Zapping procedure tested for back pain relief
NCT ID NCT05660512
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study follows 150 people who received the Intracept Procedure, which uses radiofrequency energy to ablate the basivertebral nerve in the spine. The goal is to see if this reduces disability from chronic low back pain. Participants fill out questionnaires about their pain and daily activities before and after the procedure.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Radiofrequency ablation of the basivertebral nerve (Intracept Procedure)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could confirm that nerve ablation is a reliable option for reducing chronic low back pain and improving daily function.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be less definitive. Pain relief varies, and the procedure carries risks like infection or nerve damage.
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Conditions
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Locations
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University of Utah Farmington Health Center
Farmington, Utah, 84025, United States
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University of Utah Orthopaedic Center
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84108, United States
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University of Utah South Jordan Health Center
South Jordan, Utah, 84009, United States