Ear stimulation for long-term back pain
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests a new device that uses gentle electrical signals on the ear to help reduce chronic back pain. It may help if you've tried regular painkillers and physical therapy without enough relief.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are between 30 and 65 years old.
- You have had ongoing back pain for more than 6 months that hasn't responded to standard treatments.
- Your average pain in the last month is between 4 and 9 on a 0–10 scale.
- Your back pain is not due to a specific injury, tumor, infection, or severe spine problem.
- You can use a smartphone app as part of the study.
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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