Mind over pain? new study tests if spinal stimulation is real or placebo

NCT ID NCT07330466

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study aims to find out if spinal cord stimulation (SCS) truly reduces pain or if the relief comes from patients' expectations. Twenty-five adults who already have an SCS implant for chronic pain will take part in four test sessions. During each session, the device is turned on or off without the patient knowing, and they rate their pain. The goal is to separate the real treatment effect from the placebo effect.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Aarhus University Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Aarhus N, 8200, Denmark

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