Retrospective study on the evaluation of chronic and long-term pain therapeutics to manage post-traumatic cervical dystonia

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Référence : ISRCTN32597955

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Background and study aims Neck pain is a very common condition, which can be cause great discomfort and restriction of movement. Whiplash injury is a common type of neck injury caused by sudden movement of the head forwards, backwards or sideways. It occurs when the soft tissues in the neck become stretched and damaged, often due to wearing a seatbelt in a roach traffic accident. Pain from whiplash often lasts for months and for some can severely limit their activities. Treatment often involves taking painkillers in combination with physiotherapy. Studies have shown that botox injections can help to relief long-term pain. It works by blocking nerve pathways that are causing pain and allowing nerve pathways to form without pain. The aim of this study is to review the medical records of people who have had botox treatment for neck pain as part of their usual care to look at its effectiveness. Who can participate? Adult patients who have long-term neck pain after whiplash from a road traffic accident. What does the study involve? Patients who have neck pain after a road traffic accident for whom taking pain killers have not worked for six weeks receive a botox injection into their neck muscles as part of their normal care. These patients then return to follow up appointments where their pain levels and ability to move their necks is assessed using a questionnaire and a physical examination after six weeks and 90 days. This study involves this information being collected from medical records in order to see how effective the treatment has been. What are the possible benefits and risks of participating? There are no direct benefits or risks involved with participating in this study. Where is the study run from? Advanced Pain Specialists, PLLC. (USA) When is the study starting and how long is it expected to run for? October 2015 to March 2017 Who is funding the study? Investigator initiated and funded (USA) Who is the main contact? Dr Ricardo Borrego


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  • Post-traumatic cervical dystonia

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