Pain, Back study: Research electrode
Official title Brown Adipose Tissue Activation by Spinal Cord Stimulation
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT04326192
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This study is testing whether spinal cord stimulation (a device that sends mild electric pulses to the spine) can help burn fat. It also looks at if this may help with type 2 diabetes.
- Who it's for
- You may be able to join if you have back pain, severe obesity, or type 2 diabetes.
- What's involved
- You would get a spinal cord stimulation device. The team will check how your body burns fat and how your blood sugar changes.
- Time commitment
- The source text does not say how long the study lasts or what visits are needed.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 21 to 70
You may be able to join if
- Age: 21-70 years
- Persistent neuropathic leg and back pain
- people who are already planning to undergo SCS for pain
- people who have not received a prior SCS trial for pain
- people with a BMI of 25-45, using formula; weight (lb) / [height (in)]2 x 703
You likely can't join if
- Not considering SCS for pain
- Forensic patient
- Taking beta blockers
- Weight change \> 5% within last 3 months
- Habitual tobacco use
- Habitual excessive alcohol use
See the full eligibility criteria
- Age: 21-70 years
- Persistent neuropathic leg and back pain
- people who are already planning to undergo SCS for pain
- people who have not received a prior SCS trial for pain
- people with a BMI of 25-45, using formula; weight (lb) / [height (in)]2 x 703
- Not considering SCS for pain
- Forensic patient
- Taking beta blockers
- Weight change \> 5% within last 3 months
- Habitual tobacco use
- Habitual excessive alcohol use
- Pregnancy
- Decisionally impaired adults
- Children
- Neonates
- people with a BMI of \ 45
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- Portland, Oregon, United States
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 21 years to 70 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at Portland, Oregon, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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