Radiculopathy generally presents with pain, numbness, or weakness in a dermatomal
distribution. Cervical radiculopathy results from impingement on a nerve root by either
spondylotic narrowing of the neural foramen or a lateral intervertebral disc herniation.
Specifically, it should be the goal of the treating physician to relieve pain, improve
function, and prevent recurrence. Various studies have shown that nonoperative management of
cervical radiculopathy leaves a substantial minority of patients with persistently
troublesome symptoms. Pharmacologic agents treat the underlying condition and provide
symptomatic relief. The various classes of medications used to treat radiculopathy include
steroids, nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), muscle relaxants, narcotics, and
antidepressants. Herbal medicines have been used for centuries in China. In China, many
patients with cervical disc disease are increasingly turning to herbal medicines to alleviate
their symptoms and reduce the side effects of medications. The goal of this study is to
determine the efficacy and efficacy of an herbal medicine, Qishe Pill, to treat cervical
radiculopathy.
Phase:
Phase 2
Details
Lead Sponsor:
Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine
Collaborators:
Changchun University of Chinese Medicine Fudan University Lanzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine Suzhou Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine