Complex Regional Pain Syndrome study: BRC-002
Official title The Effects and Mechanisms of a High CBD Cannabis Extract (BRC-002) for the Treatment of Pain and Health in Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06393101
What this study is testing
What is BRC-002?
An investigational cannabinoid formulation being studied for pain relief in complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS).
Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.
- What it's testing
- The study wants to learn whether cannabinoids can reduce CRPS pain and how they work by measuring pain, mood, and inflammation.
- Who it's for
- Adults who have been diagnosed with complex regional pain syndrome.
- What's involved
- Participants will first be screened, then receive the CBD extract for six weeks while undergoing pain tests, psychological assessments, and blood tests for inflammation. After treatment, they will have a two‑week follow‑up.
- Time commitment
- The study lasts about eight weeks total, with visits for screening, weekly treatment monitoring, and a final follow‑up two weeks after the last dose.
- Phase 1: an early, usually small safety study
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 75
You may be able to join if
- Provision of signed and dated informed consent form.
- Are between 21-75 years old
- Ability to communicate in English
- Volunteers with no previous medical history (e.g., cardiac or pulmonary disease)
- Are not currently using any type of cannabis, including hemp or CBD
You likely can't join if
- Fail cannabis screening
- Active pulmonary disease
- Allergy or past adverse effects or negative past experiences from cannabis
- Positive urine drug test for THC, barbiturates, opioids, oxycodone, or methadone prior to study session 1 or session 2
- Any significant illness, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, renal and liver disease
- Any current or history of an immunocompromising disease or condition (such as lupus, psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, etc.)
See the full eligibility criteria
- Provision of signed and dated informed consent form.
- Are between 21-75 years old
- Ability to communicate in English
- Volunteers with no previous medical history (e.g., cardiac or pulmonary disease)
- Are not currently using any type of cannabis, including hemp or CBD
- Currently 30 days cannabis free
- Participants with ongoing CRPS [Type 1 or Type 2)] for at least 3 months prior to participation (medical record confirmed)
- Agrees not to use cannabis, including hemp or CBD, outside of the study during participation in the study
- Agrees not to use opioids or barbiturates during participation in the study
- Fail cannabis screening
- Active pulmonary disease
- Allergy or past adverse effects or negative past experiences from cannabis
- Positive urine drug test for THC, barbiturates, opioids, oxycodone, or methadone prior to study session 1 or session 2
- Any significant illness, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, renal and liver disease
- Any current or history of an immunocompromising disease or condition (such as lupus, psoriasis, multiple sclerosis, etc.)
- Any current or history of neurologic conditions, including Parkinson disease, dementia, cognitive impairment, history of seizure disorder, and history of traumatic brain injury/head injury
- Participant meets DSM-V criteria for current major psychiatric illness, such as bipolar disorder, major depression, psychosis, substance use disorder, or schizophrenia
- Any current or history of suicidal ideation or attempt
- Patients with clinically significant laboratory abnormalities
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it is enrolling
- La Jolla, California, United States
- San Diego, California, 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?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.
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 75 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
This study is enrolling now at La Jolla, California, United States; San Diego, California, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.
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