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Amniotic Fluid Epidural Injection for People with Low Back and Hip Pain caused by pressure on the Spinal Cord

(IRB#: IRB_00131761)

Lumbosacral radicular pain is in the low back and hip caused by pressure on the spinal cord. The human amniotic fluid epidural injection is a new way to reduce this pain. Corticosteroid dexamethasone is the standard of care to improve symptoms. Research is needed to learn which is more effective at helping people with the condition. The information we learn will aid future patients.

I AM INTERESTED

  • All genders
  • Over 18 years old
  • Volunteers with special conditions
  •   In Person
  • Paid

Who can participate?

 Gender: All genders

  Age: Over 18 years old

  Volunteers: Volunteers with special conditions

   Location: In Person

Inclusion Criteria

  • 18 years and older
  • Ability to read English or Spanish
  • Pain in the low back and legs
  • Back pain for more than 3 months with other standard therapy
  • Attend in-person at the University of Utah

Exclusion Criteria

  • Infection in area of planned injection
  • Severe specific artery disease
  • Allergy to drugs used for injection
  • Cancer that spreads throughout the body
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding

Will I be paid for my time?

Yes

For more information contact:

Holiann Clinger

Holiann.Clinger@hsc.utah.edu

  801-213-8219

IRB#: IRB_00131761

PI: Zachary McCormick

Department: Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Approval Date: 2021-06-16 06:00:00

Study Categories: Bone and Muscle Studies

Specialties: Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Last Updated: 6/8/23