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New treatment option for Neuropathic Pain Management
Official title tACS for Neuropathic Pain Management After SCI
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06029075
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The overall goal is to investigate the effectiveness of a novel intervention - transcranial alternating current stimulation (tACS) for neuropathic pain management in people after spinal cord injury.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 75
You may be able to join if
- Inclusion/
You likely can't join if
- for SCI people Inclusion criteria: A patient who
- has neuropathic pain after traumatic spinal cord injury or amputation or brain injury;
- has chronic pain, \>3 months;
- is between 18 to 75 years of age;
- is stable on oral pain medications at least two weeks. Patients are allowed to continue their pain medications, i.e., no change in pain medications...
- are currently adjusting oral pain medications for their neuropathic pain;
See the full eligibility criteria
- Inclusion/
- for SCI people Inclusion criteria: A patient who
- has neuropathic pain after traumatic spinal cord injury or amputation or brain injury;
- has chronic pain, \>3 months;
- is between 18 to 75 years of age;
- is stable on oral pain medications at least two weeks. Patients are allowed to continue their pain medications, i.e., no change in pain medications. NOTE: we plan to begin the study with the spinal cord injury (SCI)...
- are currently adjusting oral pain medications for their neuropathic pain;
- have pain, but not neuropathic, e.g., from inflammation at the incision wound of the residual limb or neuroma;
- have a pacemaker metal implants or supplemental oxygen;
- have amputation in their arm(s);
- fail to have a motor contraction in the arm muscles with TMS;
- are not able to follow commands, or to give consent;
- have asthma or other pulmonary disease;
- are not medically stable;
- have preexisting psychiatric disorders;
- alcohol or drug abuse.
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Houston, Texas, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Houston, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.