Neurofeedback for knee osteoarthritis pain
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests a brain-training technique called neurofeedback to see if it can reduce pain from knee osteoarthritis. It might help people who have had knee pain for more than 3 months and are looking for a non-drug option.
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Who can take part
- You are 45 years or older.
- You have had knee pain for more than 3 months, with morning stiffness lasting less than 30 minutes.
- You can speak and understand English.
- You can attend all study visits in Boston, MA.
- You do not have other pain in your legs besides the knee pain.
- You are not taking certain pain or brain-affecting medications (e.g., opioids, antidepressants, seizure drugs, cannabis).
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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