Advanced spinal cord stimulation for treating chronic pain without opioids
High-Resolution, Spinal Cord Stimulation for Non-Opioid Treatment of Neuropathic Pain
This study is testing a new spinal cord stimulation device called HD64, designed to help people with chronic nerve pain find better relief without relying on opioids, and it aims to improve how well the device works for managing pain.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Micro-Leads, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Somerville, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11249777 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a new spinal cord stimulation device called HD64, which features 64 channels for more precise pain relief in patients suffering from chronic neuropathic pain. The device aims to provide effective pain management while reducing reliance on opioids, which have led to significant health crises due to abuse and dependence. By utilizing a high-resolution, ultra-thin design, the HD64 can target specific areas of the spinal cord more effectively than current devices, potentially improving outcomes for patients with debilitating pain. The research will involve clinical trials to validate the device's effectiveness and safety.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals suffering from chronic neuropathic pain, particularly those who have not found relief with traditional treatments or who are dependent on opioids.
Not a fit: Patients with acute pain conditions or those who do not have 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 chronic neuropathic pain while reducing the need for opioid medications.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that spinal cord stimulation can effectively relieve chronic pain, but this approach with high-resolution technology is novel and untested.
Where this research is happening
Somerville, UNITED STATES
- Micro-Leads, INC. — Somerville, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mclaughlin, Bryan L — Micro-Leads, INC.
- Study coordinator: Mclaughlin, Bryan L
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.