Zapping nerves to ease Post-Mastectomy pain: which target works best?

NCT ID NCT07675096

First seen Jun 30, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests two types of pulsed radiofrequency—a procedure that uses electrical pulses to calm overactive nerves—for treating chronic pain after mastectomy. One targets the stellate ganglion in the neck, the other targets sympathetic ganglia in the upper back. Researchers will compare how well each reduces pain and improves daily function over six months in 75 women.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

pulsed radiofrequency

What this could lead to

If one method proves superior, it could offer a more effective, non-drug option for managing chronic pain after mastectomy.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage comparison study. Results may not apply to all patients, and pain relief may vary or be temporary.

Disclaimer Read more

This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.

Get updates

Get notified about this study

Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for POST MASTECTOMY PAIN SYNDROME are added.

Our safety recommendation!

By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use

Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

    Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

  • Contact

Locations

  • National Cancer Institute

    Cairo, Egypt

    Contact

    Contact

    Contact

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

    Contact

    Contact