Brain stimulation study for chronic low back pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a noninvasive brain stimulation technique called tACS can help reduce chronic low back pain. Participants will have brain scans and receive the treatment over several sessions.
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Who can take part
- Are between 18 and 60 years old
- Have had low back pain for more than 6 months
- Rate your usual pain as at least 4 out of 10
- Read English at a 10th grade level or above
- Can have MRI, MEG, and EEG scans safely
- Not be taking pain medication (such as opioids, NSAIDs, or steroids) or psychotropic drugs
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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