TENS for capsaicin-induced back pain study
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This trial tests if a TENS device can reduce lower back pain caused by capsaicin and heat in healthy men. Participants will receive both TENS and no-TENS treatments to compare the effect.
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Who can take part
- You are a healthy man between 18 and 44 years old.
- You are right-handed.
- You have not had any ongoing pain in the last month or sudden pain in the past week.
- You are not taking any sedatives or sleep aids this week.
- You are not allergic to capsaicin (the stuff that makes chili peppers hot).
- You have no skin damage where the capsaicin will be applied and no history of back surgery or spine problems.
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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