Heat waves for pain? RF ablation study shows promise
NCT ID NCT04673032
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This completed study looked at how well radiofrequency ablation (a procedure that uses heat to calm pain nerves) works for people with chronic pain. 298 participants were treated with a Boston Scientific device and then rated their improvement. The goal was to see real-world results, not to compare with other treatments.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Radiofrequency ablation (a procedure using heat from radio waves to target nerves causing pain)
What this could lead to
If results are positive, this could support the use of radiofrequency ablation as a standard option for managing chronic pain.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a controlled trial, so results may be less reliable. Pain relief varies, and the procedure may not work for everyone.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
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Locations
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Carolinas Research Institute
Huntersville, North Carolina, 28078, United States
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Elite Pain and Spine Institute
Mesa, Arizona, 85203, United States
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Mater Olbia Hospital
Olbia, Italy
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Pain Diagnostics and Interventional Care
Sewickley, Pennsylvania, 15143, United States
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Premier Pain Treatment Institute
Loveland, Ohio, 45140, United States
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Quincy Medical Group
Quincy, Illinois, 62301, United States
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Shepherd Center
Atlanta, Georgia, 30309, United States
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St. Anna Hospital
Geldrop, Netherlands
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St. Jan
Bruges, Belgium
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The Spine Wellness Center in Westport
Westport, Connecticut, 06880, United States
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Toledo Clinic
Toledo, Ohio, 43623, United States
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Tucson Orthopaedic Institute
Tucson, Arizona, 85712, United States
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Twin Cities Pain Clinic and Surgery Center
Edina, Minnesota, 55439, United States
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UC Health Pain Medicine
Cincinnati, Ohio, 45219, United States
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ZNA Hoge Beuken
Antwerp, Belgium