Spinal zap trial for rare stiffness condition shows early promise
NCT ID NCT06242678
First seen Dec 29, 2025 · Last updated May 07, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This small pilot study tested whether spinal cord stimulation could reduce painful muscle stiffness and spasms in people with stiff person syndrome, a rare autoimmune disorder. Two participants received temporary stimulation for up to 10 days, and researchers measured changes in pain, spasm frequency, sleep, and mood. The goal was to gather early evidence on whether this approach might help manage symptoms.
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Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist
Winston-Salem, North Carolina, 27157, United States
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