Hypnosis therapy shows promise for spinal cord injury pain relief

NCT ID NCT05047120

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a treatment called Hypnosis Enhanced Cognitive Therapy (HYPCT) for people with new spinal cord injuries who are in rehab. It compares HYPCT to standard pain education to see if it can lower pain intensity and prevent chronic pain. Participants will attend four sessions and complete surveys over seven months. The goal is to find a safe, non-drug way to manage pain early on.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

Hypnosis enhanced cognitive behavioral therapy

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to manage pain early after spinal cord injury, potentially preventing chronic pain.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage trial with only 88 participants, and the effects may not last or apply to everyone. Pain is subjective, so results may vary.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome spinal cord injury

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Harborview Medical Center

    Seattle, Washington, 98104, United States