ArthroRad trial: multicentric prospective and randomized single-blinded trial on the effect of low-dose radiotherapy for painful osteoarthritis depending on the dose —results after 3 months’ follow-up

ConclusionWe found favorable pain relief and a  limited response in the functional and quality of life scores in both arms. The effect of low doses such as 0.3 Gy on pain is widely unknown. Further trials are necessary to compare a conventional dose to placebo and to further explore the effect of low doses on inflammatory disorders.
Source: Strahlentherapie und Onkologie - Category: Cancer & Oncology Source Type: research