Evaluating the superiority of caudal neuroplasty using epidural catheter (Perifix® Complete Set 16 G) combined with Pulsed Radiofrequency (PRF) versus Pulsed Radiofrequency (PRF) alone targeting the dorsal root ganglion In patients with lumbar radicular pain on pain reduction and quality of life within six months follow up.
Adult patients aged 20-80 years old complaining with lumbosacral radicular pain.
pain intensity ≥4 out of 10 on the numerical rating scale (NRS).
dominant leg pain with less intense back pain.
previous failure of conservative management such as physiotherapy, exercise therapy, or analgesic medications.
patient refusal to participate in the study,
age <20 years,
unbearable pain >9-points on NRS, pain <4-points on NRS.
signs of progressive motor weakness or neurologic deficits.