CSM OPLL
Conditions
Interventions
Sponsors
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1:surgery for cervical degeneration such as spondylosis, herniation, or ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament; 2:diagnosis of neuropathic pain and/or numbness of the upper and/or lower extremities lasting for at least 3 months after the operation; 3: Neuropathic Pain Screening Question-naire (painDETECT) score greater than or equal to 6 and visual analog scale (VAS) of neuropathic pain of the upper and/or lower extremities greater than 40mm;
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1: diagnosis of cancer pain; 2: history of neuronal blockage using a neuro-destructive agent within 6 months; 3: pain on the upper and/or lower extremities that are caused by a reason other than a spinal disorder; 4: significant motor deficits and/or bowel or bladder dysfunction; and 5: history of another spinal operation.
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| JOA score, JOACMEQ, NDI, VAS for pain These items will be evaluated until 8 weeks after treatment. | — |
Countries
Japan
Contacts
Tokyo Medical and Dental University Department of Orthopedic Surgery