Blood flow measure may predict neck pain block success

NCT ID NCT05723380

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Keimyung University Dongsan Medical Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study with 92 people tested whether a measure called perfusion index (a way to check blood flow) can predict how well a nerve block (erector spinae plane block) relieves chronic neck pain from conditions like herniated discs or spinal narrowing. Researchers tracked changes in pain scores and disability after the procedure. The goal was to see if the perfusion index could identify who gets good pain relief.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: erector spinae plane block (nerve block with local anesthetic)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could help doctors predict which patients will benefit from a specific nerve block for chronic neck pain.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study looking at a predictive tool, not a new treatment. The results may not apply to all pain types or patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome radiculopathy spinal stenosis spondylolisthesis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PAIN, CHRONIC

Contacts and locations

Locations

Ji Hoon Park

Daegu, Daegu, 42601, South Korea

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