Improving pain management for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Commercial Readiness in CTS Pain Management
This study is looking for ways to help people with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome feel less pain by trying out new, gentle brain stimulation techniques, and if you're dealing with this condition, you might get a chance to join in and see if these new methods work better than what’s currently available.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Highland Instruments, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Cambridge, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10822612 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on enhancing pain management strategies for patients suffering from Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS), a condition that affects many individuals, particularly in the workforce. The approach involves exploring Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation (NIBS) techniques to address both peripheral and central pain components associated with CTS. By targeting the brain's processing of pain, the research aims to develop more effective therapies that go beyond traditional treatments. Patients may have the opportunity to participate in trials that evaluate these innovative pain management methods.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals diagnosed with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome who experience chronic pain.
Not a fit: Patients with other types of neuropathic pain unrelated to Carpal Tunnel Syndrome may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to more effective pain relief options for patients with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promise in using Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation for chronic pain management, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Where this research is happening
Cambridge, United States
- Highland Instruments, INC. — Cambridge, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Wagner, Timothy Andrew — Highland Instruments, INC.
- Study coordinator: Wagner, Timothy Andrew
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.