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Ultraschall Med 2025; 46(02): 116-119
DOI: 10.1055/a-2520-5634
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Ultraschall-geführte Neuromodulation durch gepulste RFA – eine Therapieoption bei chronischem Neuromschmerz?

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Elisabeth Skalla-Oberherber
  University radiology department – diagnostic and interventional ultrasound, Medical University of Innsbruck – Tirol Kliniken
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Hannes Gruber
  University radiology department – diagnostic and interventional ultrasound, Medical University of Innsbruck – Tirol Kliniken
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Introduction

Nerve injuries often result in stump neuromas that are difficult to treat and are extremely painful. This can make it impossible to wear prostheses thereby greatly impacting patient mobility, quality of life, and independence. Injuries to the peripheral nerves in the hands and forearms, which are constantly subjected to the sensation of touch during normal daily activities also result in significant impairment and often hamper quality of life thoroughly.



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02 April 2025

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