New hope for amputees: heat therapy vs steroid shots for stump pain
NCT ID NCT07431424
First seen Feb 28, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 15 times
Summary
This study tested two treatments for painful nerve endings (neuromas) that can form after a leg amputation. 26 adults received either a steroid injection or a heat-based treatment (radiofrequency ablation) guided by ultrasound. The goal was to see which method better reduces pain and improves daily life.
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Gaziler Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Training and Research Hospital
Ankara, Ankara, 06800, Turkey (Türkiye)
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