Pet scan to see brain inflammation in chronic pain
Part of Brain & nervous system, Pain clinical trials.
This study uses a special PET scan to look for signs of inflammation in the brain that may be linked to chronic pain. It could help doctors understand why pain persists and find better treatments.
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Who can take part
- You have chronic pain that lasts a long time
- You and your family agree to join the study
- You do not have a history of head injury, seizures, or claustrophobia
- You do not have autoimmune diseases, mental health conditions, or severe other illnesses
- You have not had heart or brain surgery, do not use hypnotics, and are not pregnant or breastfeeding
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