Why does pain linger after surgery? new study seeks answers in the brain.

NCT ID NCT05304286

First seen Nov 03, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study looks at why some people develop chronic pain after surgery and how it affects the brain. Researchers will study 110 teens and adults who have had pain for at least 3 months after an operation. The goal is to find better ways to measure and treat this type of pain in the future.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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

Locations

  • Massachusetts General Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02114, United States

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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