Brain scans may reveal who benefits from spinal cord stimulators for back pain
NCT ID NCT06310226
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at how spinal cord stimulators change brain activity in people with chronic low back pain. Researchers will use fMRI scans to compare brain connectivity when the device is on versus off. The goal is to find patterns that predict who will respond well to this treatment, potentially reducing the need for painkillers.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Epidural electrical spinal cord stimulator (device)
What this could lead to
If successful, this could help doctors predict which patients with chronic low back pain will benefit from spinal cord stimulation, reducing reliance on painkillers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants, focused on brain imaging rather than direct pain relief. Results may not apply to all patients.
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University of California, Los Angeles
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