Brain scans reveal hidden inflammation in chronic back pain sufferers
NCT ID NCT03106740
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study used special brain scans to look for signs of inflammation in the brains and spinal cords of 60 people with chronic low back pain. Researchers also tested whether a short course of the antibiotic minocycline could reduce both inflammation and pain. The goal was to better understand the role of brain inflammation in chronic pain and explore a potential new treatment approach.
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Charlestown, Massachusetts, 02129, United States
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