A new device to help manage nerve pain after spinal cord injuries
An innovative device for management of neuropathic pain after spinal cord injury
This study is testing a new device called BreEStim that helps manage nerve pain for people with spinal cord injuries, offering a safe and drug-free way to find relief, and you can be part of this exciting research to help improve pain management!
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Houston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10954466 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a novel device called Breathing-controlled electrical stimulation (BreEStim) to manage neuropathic pain in patients who have suffered spinal cord injuries. The device aims to provide a non-invasive and non-pharmacological method for pain relief by utilizing central neuromodulation techniques. The research will involve creating a stand-alone BreEStim device suitable for clinical use and testing its efficacy and safety through a randomized controlled trial. Patients participating in this research will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of a potentially effective pain management solution.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have experienced spinal cord injuries and suffer from neuropathic pain.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have spinal cord injuries or those without neuropathic pain may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve pain management for patients with neuropathic pain following spinal cord injuries.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise with non-invasive electrical stimulation techniques, suggesting potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Houston, United States
- University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston — Houston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Li, Sheng — University of Texas Hlth Sci Ctr Houston
- Study coordinator: Li, Sheng
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.