Overview

Effect of Baclofen Treatment on Nocturnal Muscle Cramps in Patients With Lumbar Spinal Stenosis: a Randomized Clinical Trial

Status:
Not yet recruiting
Trial end date:
2023-02-01
Target enrollment:
0
Participant gender:
All
Summary
Nocturnal calf cramps is a common complaint in patients with lumbar spinal stenosis. The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effect of baclofen in lumbar spinal stenosis patients receiving conservative therapy. We will compare pain score, insomnia severity, functional ability and patient satisfaction between control (conservative management for spinal stenosis) and baclofen group (conservative management for spinal stenosis plus baclofen treatment).
Phase:
N/A
Accepts Healthy Volunteers?
No
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Yonsei University
Treatments:
Baclofen
Gabapentin
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

1. diagnosed lumbar spinal stenosis with MRI finding

2. nocturnal calf cramps symptoms at least once per week

Exclusion Criteria:

1. electrolyte disorder

2. congenital muscle disease

3. muscle cramps related medication (statins, diuretics, calcium channel blockers,
anticonvalsants etc.)

4. cognitive impairments