Gentle movements may soothe nerve pain after spinal injury
NCT ID NCT04917107
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether qigong, a practice of gentle movements and focused breathing, could reduce nerve pain in adults with spinal cord injury. About 23 people with chronic pain participated. The trial was stopped early, so the full effects are unclear.
What this could mean
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Active substance
qigong (gentle movements with guided breathing)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a safe, drug-free way to ease chronic nerve pain after spinal cord injury.
What could go wrong
The trial was terminated early and enrolled only 23 people, so results are limited. Qigong may not reduce pain for everyone.
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Locations
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States