Brain zaps and yoga poses: new hope for Veterans' back pain?
NCT ID NCT07158567
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 35 times
Summary
This Phase 3 trial tests whether combining transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) with yoga can ease chronic low back pain in 213 veterans. TMS uses magnetic pulses to gently stimulate brain areas involved in pain, while yoga adds stretching and strengthening. The goal is to reduce pain severity and interference with daily life, offering a non-drug option for those seeking alternatives to opioids.
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Edward Hines Jr. VA Hospital, Hines, IL
Hines, Illinois, 60141-3030, United States
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Jesse Brown VA Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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What this could mean
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Active substance
transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and yoga
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer veterans a drug-free option to reduce chronic low back pain and improve daily function.
What could go wrong
This is a Phase 3 trial, but results may not apply to all back pain types. TMS and yoga require commitment and may not work for everyone.
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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