Cervical/Thoracic Neuromodulation and Nociceptive Processing

Launched by UNIVERSITÉ CATHOLIQUE DE LOUVAIN · Apr 11, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is investigating how a specific type of electrical stimulation, called transcutaneous spinal direct current stimulation (tsDCS), affects pain processing in the body. Researchers want to see if applying this stimulation to the cervical (neck) area of the spine can influence how we feel pain, similar to what has been observed with stimulation of the low-thoracic (mid-back) area. The study involves healthy young adults and aims to compare the effects of these two stimulation methods on pain processing.

To participate, you would need to be a healthy young adult aged between 18 and 35 years old. However, certain medical conditions like diabetes, neurological disorders, and the use of specific medications may prevent you from joining. If you take part in the study, you will receive either the actual stimulation or a "sham" (placebo) treatment, meaning you won’t know which one you’re getting. This helps researchers understand the true effects of the treatment without bias. The trial is currently recruiting participants, and it’s a great opportunity to contribute to important research on pain management.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Healthy young adults
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Known medical conditions (e.g., diabetes, neuropathy, psychiatric disorders, seizure, migraine, pacemaker or other implanted medical devices...)
• • Use of any medication (except contraception)