Brain scan study for chronic spine or nerve pain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study uses a special PET/MRI brain scan to look at how chronic pain from the spine or a nerve affects the brain. It may help doctors better understand pain and find new treatments.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have had pain from your spine or a nerve for more than 2 months.
- Your pain level is at least a 4 out of 10.
- You do not have any metal in your body that would stop you from having an MRI.
- You can speak and understand English.
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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