New study aims to improve knee pain relief by testing better targeting methods

NCT ID NCT04472702

First seen Jan 08, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 18 times

Summary

This study tests which imaging method—fluoroscopy or ultrasound—works better for a procedure called cooled radiofrequency ablation to treat knee osteoarthritis pain. The procedure uses heat to calm the nerves causing pain. Researchers will compare pain and function in 90 adults with knee osteoarthritis who have not found relief from standard treatments.

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  • UC Davis Health

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    Sacramento, California, 95816, United States

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  • University of Rochester

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    Rochester, New York, 14627, United States

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