Electric zaps may ease phantom pain for amputees

NCT ID NCT07448350

First seen Mar 06, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study tests whether a treatment called TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) can reduce phantom limb pain and improve walking in people who have lost a leg. Fifteen adults with a leg amputation will receive 20 sessions of TENS over about three weeks. Researchers will measure changes in pain, sensation, balance, and gait to see if the treatment helps.

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Locations

  • Don Gnocchi Foundation

    RECRUITING

    Rome, Rome, 00168, Italy

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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