Why do MSA patients feel pain? scientists investigate
NCT ID NCT01577992
First seen May 12, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026
Summary
This study looked at why people with multiple system atrophy (MSA) often feel pain. Researchers measured pain thresholds in 42 participants, including MSA patients, Parkinson's disease patients, and healthy volunteers. They used heat stimulation and reflex tests to see if levodopa, a Parkinson's medication, changes pain perception. The goal is to better understand pain in MSA to improve future treatments.
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University Hospital, neurology
Toulouse, France
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