No pain, just expectation: brain changes when you think it will hurt
Knowledge-focused
Ongoing
This study looks at how simply expecting pain—without actually feeling any—can change the way your brain talks to your muscles. Healthy adults will be told a harmless cream might cause pain, while others are told it does nothing. Researchers use a non-invasive brain stimulation t…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universite du Littoral Cote d'Opale • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 04, 2026 16:30 UTC