ER sciatica sufferers: could a single injection beat standard pain meds?
NCT ID NCT07397117
First seen Feb 12, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 18 times
Summary
This study compares a targeted nerve block injection to usual pain treatments for people with sudden sciatica in the emergency room. About 100 adults with severe leg and back pain will be randomly assigned to get either the injection or standard care. Researchers will measure pain levels and walking ability to see which approach works better and faster.
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