Zap and relax: new combo eases knee pain without pills
NCT ID NCT04375072
First seen Nov 12, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 19 times
Summary
This study tested a two-week program combining gentle brain stimulation (tDCS) with mindfulness meditation to help older adults manage knee osteoarthritis pain. 208 participants used a home device and followed guided meditation. The goal was to see if this drug-free approach could lower pain intensity and improve daily function.
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University of Arizona
Tucson, Arizona, 85721, United States
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