Alexithymia in chronic pain patients with a spinal cord stimulator
Part of Mental health, Pain clinical trials.
This study looks at a condition called alexithymia (difficulty identifying and describing emotions) in people who have chronic pain and a spinal cord stimulator. It aims to help doctors better understand how emotions affect pain treatment.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older.
- You have a permanent spinal cord stimulator (a device that sends mild electrical pulses to your spine to reduce pain).
- You can read and understand information about the study and agree to take part.
- You do not have a serious untreated mental health condition (like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder).
- Your pain is not caused by a separate problem like active cancer, infection, or a recent fracture.
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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