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

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis osteoarthritis susceptibility 2 osteoarthritis, hand

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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

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Locations

  • Mayo Clinic in Rochester

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    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States

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