Brain implant that turns on only when pain strikes could end constant stimulation
Symptom relief
Ongoing
This study tests a new way to use deep brain stimulation for people with severe chronic pain from stroke, spinal cord injury, or phantom limb. Instead of constant stimulation, the device activates only when pain signals in the brain are high. Four participants will be monitored t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Prasad Shirvalkar, MD, PhD • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 26, 2026 12:00 UTC