Burst of hope: new brain zaps aim to silence chronic pain
NCT ID NCT05204472
First seen May 09, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study tests a new type of deep brain stimulation called Burst-DBS for people with long-term pain after a stroke or facial nerve injury. Twenty adults will have electrodes placed in the brain's thalamus and receive either burst or standard stimulation to see which reduces pain more. The goal is to find a better way to manage pain that hasn't responded to other treatments.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
burst deep brain stimulation (Burst-DBS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a new way to ease chronic pain after stroke or facial nerve damage.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early feasibility trial with only 20 people. It may not show clear benefit, and brain surgery carries risks like infection or bleeding.
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The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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