Somatoform disorder

Functional somatic disorders cause persistent physical symptoms that doctors cannot explain by other diseases. The DISTRESS trial evaluates a new clinic where internal medicine doctors, trained to recognize these disorders, examine patients and provide guidance to their general p…

This study tests whether adding a nerve stimulator to standard ultrasound guidance improves the quality of nerve blocks for upper limb surgery. 82 adults having elective arm surgery will be randomly assigned to receive the block with or without the stimulator active. Researchers …

This trial tests whether transcranial electrical stimulation (tES) — a safe, non-invasive technique that sends a mild electrical current through the scalp — can reduce pain and improve quality of life in children and adolescents aged 10 to 21 with juvenile fibromyalgia or other n…

This pilot study tests whether a form of psychotherapy called Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET), delivered via telehealth in a group setting, can reduce the severity of persistent physical symptoms like pain or fatigue. Participants are adults who have undergone a…

This study tests whether an 8-week online mindfulness program (MBSR) can improve emotional intelligence and reduce stress-related physical symptoms in adolescents aged 14 to 18 who have experienced bullying and childhood trauma. About 44 teens are randomly assigned to either the …

This study looks at adults with chronic pain who receive ketamine infusions at Stanford's Pain Management Center. Researchers want to understand which patients improve and what factors predict a good response. The goal is to better tailor this treatment to individuals.

This study compares two non-invasive devices that stimulate the vagus nerve—one placed on the neck, the other on the ear—to see which better reduces physical discomfort and health-related anxiety in people with somatic symptom disorder. Sixty participants will try both devices in…

This study is testing whether Jing Si Herbal Tea can reduce pain and anxiety in people donating peripheral blood stem cells. 80 healthy donors aged 20-55 will drink the tea and report their symptoms. The goal is to see if this simple drink can improve the donation experience.

This study investigates the link between autism and physical symptoms like gastrointestinal issues, autoimmune diseases, and heart problems. Researchers will compare autistic individuals, people with anxiety or depression, and healthy controls to understand how these symptoms are…

This study looks at 50 adults with sleep bruxism (teeth grinding during sleep) to understand how it affects sleep, pain, anxiety, and overall health. Researchers will use sleep tests, blood samples, and questionnaires to find links between bruxism and other conditions. The goal i…