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Sham Block
Sham Block is a device used to prevent muscle spasms and pain in the neck and back.
Sham Block is a device used to prevent muscle spasms and pain in the neck and back. Used for Prevention of muscle spasms and pain in the neck and back.
At a glance
| Generic name | Sham Block |
|---|---|
| Also known as | 0,9% normal saline |
| Sponsor | University of California, San Francisco |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Pain Management |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
It works by physically blocking the muscle spasms and providing support to the affected area. This can help to reduce pain and discomfort. The exact mechanism of action is not fully understood.
Approved indications
- Prevention of muscle spasms and pain in the neck and back
Common side effects
- Skin irritation
Key clinical trials
- Project Tendura: The Impact of Blood Flow Restriction Resistance Training (BFR-RT) in Patients With Achilles Tendon Rupture (ATR) Repair (NA)
- Effects of Blood Flow Restriction and Small-Sided Games on Soccer Passing and Dribbling Stability Under Fatigue (NA)
- Ultrasound-Guided Quadro-Iliac Plane Block for Pain Management After Total Hip Arthroplasty (NA)
- Ischemic Preconditioning in Resistance Exercise in Older Women (NA)
- The Clinical Effectiveness of Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy on the Management of Chronic Ankle Instability (NA)
- Femoral Peri-arterial Local Anesthetic Injection Via Peri-arterial Perineural Catheter Reverses Tourniquet Associated Ischemic Hypertension (PHASE4)
- Motor and Non-Motor Effects of Low-Intensity Focused Ultrasound (LIFU) as a Neuromodulation Tool in Essential Tremor (PHASE1, PHASE2)
- PUSHES (Pudendal Block Versus Sacral ESP Hemorrhoidectomy Study) (NA)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |