Radiofrequency or surgery for whiplash? study digs into 20 years of data

NCT ID NCT07535515

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Valencia Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looked back at 170 adults with chronic neck pain from whiplash injuries to compare two treatments: radiofrequency (a nerve-blocking procedure) and neck fusion surgery. Researchers reviewed medical records from a 20-year period to see which treatment provided better pain relief, function, and recovery. No new treatments were given; the goal is to help guide future treatment decisions.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help doctors and patients choose between two common treatments for chronic whiplash pain, leading to better pain relief and recovery.
What could go wrong: This is a retrospective study looking back at medical records, not a controlled experiment. Results may be influenced by how treatments were chosen, and the findings may not apply to everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

spinal cord injury Whiplash Injuries

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHRONIC NECK PAIN POST-TRAUMATIC NECK PAIN WHIPLASH INJURY WHIPLASH INJURY OF CERVICAL SPINE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Consorcio Hospital General Universitario de Valencia

Valencia, Valencia, 46015, Spain

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