Magic mushroom compound tested for back pain relief
Symptom relief
Ongoing
This small, early-stage trial tests whether psilocybin (the active ingredient in magic mushrooms) can help people cope with chronic low back pain. Thirty adults who have tried other treatments without success will receive a dose of psilocybin, possibly combined with other drugs, …
Phase: PHASE1, PHASE2 • Sponsor: Joshua Woolley, MD, PhD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:25 UTC