Identifying new treatment targets for chronic overlapping pain using brain imaging techniques
Novel target identification for treatment of chronic overlapping pain using multimodal brain imaging
This study is looking into chronic pain conditions that often overlap and affect many people, using advanced brain scans and rat models to find new ways to treat these complex pain issues and help improve the lives of those who suffer from them.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Maryland Baltimore NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Baltimore, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10263632 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates chronic overlapping pain conditions (COPCs), which are complex pain disorders with unclear origins affecting millions of Americans. By utilizing advanced brain imaging techniques and a rat model, the study aims to uncover novel therapeutic targets that could lead to more effective treatments. The approach combines various methodologies, including functional magnetic resonance imaging and molecular analysis, to explore how different pain conditions may be interconnected in the brain. This multidisciplinary strategy seeks to enhance our understanding of pain mechanisms and improve management strategies for patients suffering from these debilitating conditions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals experiencing chronic overlapping pain conditions, particularly those with comorbid pain issues.
Not a fit: Patients with pain conditions that have clear organic causes or those not experiencing overlapping pain conditions may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to new and more effective treatments for individuals suffering from chronic overlapping pain conditions.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using brain imaging to understand pain mechanisms, suggesting that this innovative approach could yield valuable insights.
Where this research is happening
Baltimore, United States
- University of Maryland Baltimore — Baltimore, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Traub, Richard J — University of Maryland Baltimore
- Study coordinator: Traub, Richard J
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.