Can zapping your brain and meditating ease knee surgery pain?
NCT ID NCT05673720
First seen Nov 24, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study tested if combining a gentle brain stimulation technique (transcranial direct current stimulation) with mindfulness exercises could help reduce pain after knee replacement surgery. Twenty-four adults who had knee replacement took part. The goal was to see if this approach is practical and might lower pain and the need for painkillers after the operation.
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Tallahassee Orthopedic Clinic
Tallahassee, Florida, 32308, United States
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