Comparison of Impar Ganglion Block and Sacral Erector Spinae Plane Block for Chronic Coccygodynia: a Randomized Controlled Trial

Status: Recruiting
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Intervention Type: Procedure
Study Type: Interventional
Study Phase: Not Applicable
SUMMARY

Coccygodynia is a condition that causes pain in the tailbone (coccyx) area. While it can develop after trauma, such as a fall or fracture, in some cases, no clear cause is identified. Patients who do not experience relief from standard treatments like pain medications, physical therapy, and posture adjustments may be referred to specialized pain management clinics for further treatment options. Several interventional procedures can help manage coccygodynia. These include impar ganglion block, radiofrequency ablation, caudal epidural steroid injections, sacral erector spinae plane (ESP) block, and coccygeal nerve blocks. These procedures are commonly performed in pain treatment centers and aim to reduce discomfort by targeting specific nerves responsible for transmitting pain signals. Impar ganglion block is one of the most frequently used treatments for coccygodynia. It involves injecting a local anesthetic, with or without steroids, into a small nerve cluster in front of the sacrococcygeal joint. This procedure is performed under ultrasound and/or fluoroscopic (X-ray) guidance in a sterile operating room setting to ensure accuracy and safety. While the goal is to relieve pain, potential risks include temporary worsening of pain, bleeding, infection, or, in rare cases, rectal injury. Another interventional option is the sacral erector spinae plane (ESP) block, a technique that delivers local anesthetic under the erector spinae muscles in the sacrum. This procedure, also performed under ultrasound guidance in a sterile environment, is used to block pain signals from the coccyx and surrounding areas. Like the impar ganglion block, it can be effective for pain relief, but possible side effects include temporary pain increase, bleeding, and infection at the injection site. Both procedures are minimally invasive.

Eligibility
Participation Requirements
Sex: All
Minimum Age: 18
Maximum Age: 65
Healthy Volunteers: f
View:

• Those who have had chronic coccygodynia for at least 3 months

• Being between the ages of 18-65

• Patients who do not respond to conservative treatments (analgesics, physical therapy modalities etc.) and are scheduled for interventional pain procedures

Locations
Other Locations
Turkey
Başakşehir Çam and Sakura City Hospital
RECRUITING
Istanbul
Contact Information
Primary
Tuba Tanyel Saraçoğlu, Medical Doctor
tuba.saracoglu1@saglik.gov.tr
+0905396210136
Time Frame
Start Date: 2025-03-15
Estimated Completion Date: 2025-10-15
Participants
Target number of participants: 130
Treatments
Active_comparator: Ganglion İmpar Block Group
Participants in this group will performed ganglion impar block
Active_comparator: Sacral Erector Spinae Plane Block
Participants in this group will performed sacral erector spinae plane block
Related Therapeutic Areas
Sponsors
Leads: Başakşehir Çam & Sakura City Hospital

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