New MRI method could unlock secrets of chronic muscle pain

NCT ID NCT05604066

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Mayo Clinic Source: ClinicalTrials.gov โ†—

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

Summary

This study tests a new imaging method called MR Elastography to measure how muscles and their surrounding tissues move in people with myofascial pain syndrome. Researchers will compare results from 106 participants, including those with chronic pain and healthy volunteers. The goal is to find better ways to diagnose and understand this painful condition.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myofascial pain syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Mayo Clinic Minnesota

    Rochester, Minnesota, 55905, United States