New study aims to Fine-Tune spinal cord stimulation for chronic pain

NCT ID NCT04938245

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Minnesota Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a new way to adjust spinal cord stimulation in 15 adults with chronic pain who already have spinal cord implants. Researchers will use electrical recordings called ECAPs to find the best stimulation settings. The goal is to see if this approach is feasible and acceptable to patients.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Spinal cord stimulation device
What this could lead to: If successful, this could lead to better pain relief for people with chronic pain who use spinal cord stimulators.
What could go wrong: This is a very small, early feasibility study with only 15 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. It focuses on testing the method, not on proving pain relief.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHRONIC PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Minnesota
RECRUITING

Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States

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