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Does Ethyl Chloride Spray Work?

NCT06651788 · Status: RECRUITING · Phase: NA · Type: INTERVENTIONAL · Enrollment: 300

Last updated 2025-10-16

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Summary

A procedure frequently performed by orthopaedic providers is the administration of corticosteroid injections for the management of various soft tissues and joint-related conditions, such as osteoarthritis, tendinitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, and de Quervain's tenosynovitis. While these injections have demonstrated effectiveness in alleviating symptoms, the discomfort associated with the procedure can be a source of anxiety and apprehension for patients. This discomfort arises from the sensation of the needle entering the affected area and the burning sensation induced by the corticosteroid solution.

Conditions

  • Injection Fear
  • Injection Pain Prevention
  • Injection Complication

Interventions

OTHER

Ethyl Chloride

Topical anesthetic that rapidly cools the skin and underlying tissues

OTHER

Cold Saline Spray

placebo application of cold saline spray

Sponsors & Collaborators

  • University of Chicago

    lead OTHER

Study Design

Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
DOUBLE
Model
PARALLEL

Eligibility

Min Age
18 Years
Sex
ALL
Healthy Volunteers
No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start
2025-04-01
Primary Completion
2027-12-31
Completion
2028-12-01

Countries

  • United States

Study Locations

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