Treatment of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

Launched by MCMASTER UNIVERSITY · Jan 14, 2022

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is exploring a new way to help people with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a condition that causes severe pain, often in a hand. The researchers are testing a technique called repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS), which uses magnetic pulses to stimulate the brain, along with a training task that helps with movement. The goal is to see if this combination can effectively reduce pain and if it's practical for patients to participate in the study.

To join the trial, participants need to be diagnosed with CRPS type 1 affecting one of their hands. However, those with severe pain in other body parts, regular use of strong pain medications like opioids before their CRPS diagnosis, or certain health issues that could affect the treatment cannot participate. If eligible, participants can expect to engage in the rTMS sessions and the sensorimotor training, while the researchers monitor how well these methods work for managing their pain. This study is currently recruiting individuals between the ages of 18 and 80 who are willing to try this innovative approach.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • A diagnosis of CRPS type 1 affecting one of their hands
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • A known history of moderate to severe chronic pain in other parts of the body
• • Daily use of opioids prior to the CRPS diagnosis
• • Contraindications to transcranial magnetic stimulation
• • Known psychological diagnosis affecting comprehension
• • Inability to participate in the study