Could a gentle brain zap help veterans beat chronic pain?

NCT ID NCT07411859

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Emory University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study is testing whether a painless brain stimulation technique called tDCS can reduce chronic pain in 100 military members and veterans. Participants will receive tDCS while taking part in a behavioral health program, and researchers will track changes in pain levels and daily functioning. The goal is to find a safe, non-drug option for managing long-term pain.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to ease chronic pain for military members and veterans.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with no control group, so results may not be conclusive. The device may not provide lasting pain relief for everyone.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Chronic Pain chronic pain syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CHRONIC PAIN

Contacts and locations

Locations

The Emory Clinic
RECRUITING

Atlanta, Georgia, 30308, United States

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