Radiation or steroids? new study tests better pain relief for arthritic hands
NCT ID NCT07217405
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study compares two treatments for hand and wrist osteoarthritis pain: low-dose radiotherapy and corticosteroid injections. Researchers want to see which works better at reducing pain and improving hand function. The study involves 165 adults aged 50 and older with moderate to severe hand osteoarthritis.
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mayo Clinic in Rochester
RECRUITINGRochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States
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