Spinal zaps may ease phantom pain in amputees
NCT ID NCT02684201
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 29 times
Summary
This study tested whether stimulating the spinal cord could restore sensation and reduce phantom limb pain in people with upper-limb amputations. Four participants had temporary electrodes placed near their spinal cord for up to 29 days. Researchers measured the sensations produced and tracked changes in phantom limb pain.
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University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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