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Could a gentle brain zap plus exercise ease stubborn back pain?

NCT ID NCT06969456

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Fundación Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether adding a non-invasive brain stimulation technique called tDCS to a structured exercise program can reduce pain and disability in adults with chronic spinal pain that hasn't improved with usual care. Forty-two participants will be randomly assigned to receive either tDCS plus exercise or exercise alone. The goal is to see if the combination leads to better pain relief, movement, and quality of life.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) plus motor control exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug, non-surgical option to reduce pain and improve daily function for people with chronic spinal pain who haven't gotten relief from standard treatments.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage trial with only 42 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The added benefit of tDCS over exercise alone is uncertain, and individual responses can vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome complex regional pain syndrome type 2

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHRONIC PAIN (BACK / NECK) SPINAL PAIN SYNDROME

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Catholic Univerity of Valencia

    RECRUITING

    Valencia, Valencia, 46001, Spain

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