Can a gentle touch ease persistent pain? scientists launch investigation
NCT ID NCT07551687
First seen Apr 29, 2026 · Last updated Jun 20, 2026 · Updated 12 times
Summary
This observational study looks at how people with chronic pain experience pleasant touch and how often they encounter it in daily life. Researchers want to see if these experiences are linked to pain sensitivity and body awareness. About 100 adults referred to a pain clinic in Sweden will fill out online questionnaires. No treatment or intervention is given.
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Smärtteam Västra Götaland
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What this could mean
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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help researchers understand how social touch might influence chronic pain, potentially pointing toward new non-drug approaches to pain management.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It only measures experiences and does not test any intervention, so it cannot directly lead to a new therapy.
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