New injection technique may offer longer relief for piriformis pain

NCT ID NCT07326982

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

Summary

This study compares two treatments for buttock pain caused by piriformis syndrome and related muscle pain. Researchers will use ultrasound to guide either a sugar-water injection or a dry needle into the affected area. The goal is to see which method provides better pain relief over three months. The trial plans to enroll 42 adults aged 18 to 75.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myofascial pain syndrome piriformis syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Istanbul University-Cerrahpaşa, Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine

    Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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