Early brain zaps may stop facial pain before meds fail

NCT ID NCT06949436

First seen Nov 18, 2025 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study tests whether giving Gamma Knife radiosurgery very early after diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia (a severe facial pain condition) provides longer-lasting pain relief than waiting until medications stop working. About 80 adults with a recent diagnosis will either receive the radiation treatment or continue standard care. Researchers will track pain levels, medication use, and side effects for two years.

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Study contacts

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Locations

  • University of Alberta Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2B7, Canada

  • University of Alberta Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Edmonton, Alberta, T6G 2B7, Canada

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