Sensory stimulation trial for nerve pain in people with neuropathy
Part of Brain & nervous system, Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests a multi-sensory (multiple-sense) stimulation approach to see if it can help people with nerve-related pain in the legs/feet. You must be able to safely take part in MRI-related sessions and answer questions about pain and health history.
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Who can take part
- Be age 18–80
- Have peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage affecting the arms/legs/feet)
- Have leg or foot pain rated at least 3 out of 10 on a pain scale called VAS
- Have good enough eyesight (better than 6/— on a Snellen chart)
- Be able to have MRI safely (no pacemaker, epilepsy, or other MRI safety issues)
- Avoid getting in if you’re pregnant, have significant cognitive problems, or have current/prior psychological conditions
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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