National Center For Complementary And Integrative Health (nccih)
Clinical trials sponsored by National Center For Complementary And Integrative Health (nccih), explained in plain language.
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Could a ketamine cousin replace opioids for pain?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis study tests whether a single dose of (2R,6R)-HNK, a drug related to ketamine, can safely reduce short-term pain in healthy adults aged 18 to 60. Participants will receive either the drug, a placebo, or no treatment, and then undergo pain tests and brain scans. The goal is to…
Phase: PHASE2 • Sponsor: National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:18 UTC
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Scientists try new pain test battery to see how drugs really work
Knowledge-focused Not yet recruitingThis study aims to develop a better way to test how pain medicines work in healthy adults. Up to 25 volunteers will receive two different pain relievers and a placebo, then undergo short, controlled pain tests like cold water and temporary sunburn-like skin sensitivity. The goal …
Phase: NA • Sponsor: National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:30 UTC