Could early use of a 'Smart' stimulator tame CRPS pain?
NCT ID NCT06421350
First seen Nov 03, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 36 times
Summary
This study tests whether using a closed-loop spinal cord stimulator early in complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) works better than waiting until the chronic phase. The device automatically adjusts its settings based on the body's signals. Researchers will enroll 32 adults with CRPS and track changes in pain severity, stimulation levels, and a blood marker of pain over 6 months.
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Scripps Clinic Torrey Pines
RECRUITINGLa Jolla, California, 92037, United States
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What this could mean
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Active substance
Closed-loop spinal cord stimulation device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could show that treating CRPS early with a smart spinal cord stimulator provides better pain relief and may slow disease progression.
What could go wrong
This is a small early-stage study with only 32 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The device requires surgery and carries risks like infection or lead movement.
Conditions
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