Brain stimulation for nerve pain: scientists map electrode placement to improve relief

NCT ID NCT06216717

First seen Jun 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 30, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how the location of brain-stimulating electrodes affects pain relief in adults with long-term nerve pain that hasn't improved with other treatments. Researchers will use brain scans to see which areas are activated and how that relates to pain reduction. The goal is to better understand why this therapy works and how to make it more effective.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

motor cortical stimulation

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors better target brain stimulation to relieve chronic neuropathic pain that hasn't responded to other treatments.

What could go wrong

This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not lead to new therapies, and results may not apply to all pain patients.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

neuralgia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

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    RECRUITING

    Nice, Alpes Maritimes, France

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