New hope for nerve pain: drug shows promise in spinal cord injury trial

NCT ID NCT05639946

First seen Apr 08, 2026 · Last updated May 01, 2026 · Updated 6 times

Summary

This study tested whether the drug brivaracetam can reduce nerve pain in people with long-term spinal cord injury. 44 adults with chronic pain took either the drug or a placebo for 7 weeks. Researchers measured changes in pain intensity and how it affected daily life, mood, and sleep.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Minnesota

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States

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