Effectiveness of Oral Prednisone in Improving Physical Functioning and Decreasing Pain in People With Sciatica
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2013-09-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
Sciatica is a condition that causes a sharp, burning pain in the back, buttock, and leg. The
condition is caused by injury to or compression of the sciatic nerve, which is located in the
back of the leg. This study will determine the effectiveness of the steroid prednisone in
decreasing pain and improving function in people with sciatica.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Kaiser Permanente
Collaborator:
National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases (NIAMS)