The purpose of the study is to explore the potential usefulness of a heated lidocaine 70 mg/tetracaine 70 mg topical patch for the treatment of pain associated with shoulder impingement syndrome
The purpose of this single center, 2-week open-label pilot study is to explore the potential usefulness of a heated lidocaine 70 mg and tetracaine 70 mg topical patch for the treatment of pain associated with shoulder impingement syndrome. A number of efficacy variables will be employed to evaluate their utility for assessing painful responses in this population.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
20
Patients will be instructed to apply one heated lidocaine 70 mg and tetracaine 70 mg topical patch to the affected shoulder every 12 hours starting on the evening of Day 1 through the morning of Day 14 (morning and evening applications) and to remove the patch after 2-4 hours.
Injury Care Medical Center
Boise, Idaho, United States
Pain intensity
Time frame: Two weeks
Pain interference with activities (general, normal work, and sleep)
Time frame: Two weeks
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