CANCER PAIN

This study tests a non-invasive radiation treatment for people with severe cancer pain that hasn't been helped by opioids or other procedures. The treatment targets specific brain areas to block pain signals. Researchers will track pain levels and opioid use in 19 participants to…

This study tests whether virtual reality (VR) guided imagery can reduce pain in people with stage III or IV breast cancer. Ninety participants will be split into three groups: one using immersive VR (headset), one using non-immersive VR (computer screen), and a control group rece…

This study tests whether adding electroacupuncture and ear acupoint pressing beans to a standard opioid painkiller can better relieve severe cancer pain that doesn't respond to usual treatments. About 30 adults with refractory cancer pain will receive the combination for two week…

This study tests whether adding a new drug (3D1002) to a standard painkiller (oxycodone) can better control moderate to severe cancer pain. About 177 adults with cancer and ongoing pain will receive either the combination or standard treatment. The goal is to see if the new appro…

This study looks at whether hydromorphone sustained-release tablets can safely relieve moderate to severe cancer pain in elderly patients who also have kidney issues. Researchers will compare these patients to those with normal kidney function, monitoring pain relief, kidney func…

This study tests whether a nerve block given through a small port under the skin can help control chest pain in people with advanced lung cancer. The block delivers numbing medicine near the chest wall nerves. Researchers will compare pain levels and side effects in 180 patients …

This study tests whether doctors can safely perform ultrasound-guided pain procedures, like nerve blocks, at home for patients with chronic or cancer pain. It includes 100 adults already receiving home hospital care. The goal is to see if this approach reduces pain, cuts down on …

This study will compare two ways of teaching nursing students about cancer pain management: traditional classroom lectures and an e-learning course with AI-powered avatar lectures and gamified scenarios. About 100 nursing students will take part, and researchers will measure thei…

This study watches 15 adults with severe cancer pain who are getting a procedure called cordotomy to block pain signals. Researchers will use MRI scans to check for swelling in the spinal cord right after and one month later. The goal is to see if swelling relates to how well the…