Pain-Craving link explored in opioid disorder study

NCT ID NCT04190563

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looked at how pain affects opioid cravings in 89 adults with opioid use disorder and chronic pain. Participants attended a brief education session and then had their pain response measured. Researchers wanted to see if there is a link between how people react to pain and their urge to use opioids. The goal is to better understand this connection to help improve future treatments.

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Locations

  • McLean Hospital

    Belmont, Massachusetts, 02478, United States

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