Defense And Veterans Center For Integrative Pain Management

This pilot study tests whether getting extra sleep ("sleep banking") before knee or hip replacement surgery can reduce long-term pain and the need for painkillers. Researchers will track pain levels and opioid use in 22 adults aged 18-74. The goal is to see if a simple, non-drug …

This study tests a medical device called Neurolumen for people with chronic lower back pain. About 50 adults with pain lasting over 3 months will use the device to see if it reduces pain and the need for painkillers. The goal is to find a drug-free way to manage long-term back pa…