Comparing two methods of spinal cord stimulation for pain after surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study compares two ways of placing a spinal cord stimulator (a device that sends electrical pulses to your spinal cord to reduce pain) in people with nerve pain that started after surgery. The goal is to see which approach works better and is safer for reducing pain.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You must have nerve pain that started after a surgical procedure.
- At least half of your pain should be in one limb or one side of your trunk.
- You have tried conservative treatments (like medication or physical therapy) without enough relief.
- Your pain has lasted more than 6 months.
- You have not had a spinal cord stimulator implanted before.
- You are able to have an MRI, do not have untreated psychiatric conditions or substance use disorder, and do not have other conditions that would make the procedure unsafe.
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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