Heat therapy for chronic widespread pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Injuries & trauma, Pain, Skin clinical trials.
This study tests whether whole-body heat therapy (hyperthermia) can help people with long-term widespread pain. It looks at how your body handles heat, how your nerves respond, and if heat can reduce pain during movement.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with widespread pain that has lasted at least 3 months.
- Your average pain level is 4 or higher on a 0-10 scale.
- You are not regularly taking strong painkillers like opioids, cannabis, or certain antidepressants.
- You do not have severe heart disease, cancer, or an active infection.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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