Brain stimulation for chemotherapy nerve pain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive brain stimulation (over the motor cortex) can help relieve pain caused by nerve damage from chemotherapy. It is for people who have completed cancer treatment at least 3 months ago and have ongoing painful neuropathy.
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Who can take part
- You have painful nerve damage from chemotherapy.
- You are a non-Hispanic White or non-Hispanic Black adult.
- You finished your main cancer surgery or chemotherapy at least 3 months ago.
- You don't have other chronic pain conditions (like fibromyalgia or long-term back pain).
- You have no metal or tattoos on your head (dental work is okay).
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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