NIH launches massive pain study to unravel mysteries of discomfort
NCT ID NCT02707029
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study aims to better understand pain by testing how people with and without pain disorders respond to various sensations like heat, cold, pressure, and sounds. Researchers will use questionnaires, physical exams, MRI scans, and sensory tests to gather detailed information. The goal is to learn more about pain and to find volunteers who may be eligible for future pain research studies at NIH.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this study could help researchers better understand different types of pain and identify people for future pain treatment studies.
- What could go wrong
- This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not directly test any new therapy or provide a cure.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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National Institutes of Health Clinical Center
RECRUITINGBethesda, Maryland, 20892, United States
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