Using magnetic stimulation to treat pain after stroke
Investigation of the Efficacy of Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation in Patients Developing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Type 1 in the Upper Extremity During the Subacute-Chronic Period After Ischemic Stroke
NA · Ankara City Hospital Bilkent · NCT06215079
This study is testing if a treatment called magnetic stimulation can help stroke survivors with arm pain feel better and improve their movement.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 45 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 80 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ankara City Hospital Bilkent (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Ankara) |
| Trial ID | NCT06215079 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the efficacy of transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) as a treatment for patients experiencing Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) in the upper extremity following an ischemic stroke. A total of 45 patients will be enrolled and divided into three groups: one receiving TMS combined with conventional rehabilitation, another receiving sham TMS with rehabilitation, and a control group receiving only conventional rehabilitation. The goal is to assess the effectiveness of TMS in alleviating pain and improving function in this patient population during the subacute to chronic phase post-stroke.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are patients diagnosed with Complex Regional Pain Syndrome following an ischemic stroke.
Not a fit: Patients with conditions such as epilepsy, pregnancy, or those with cardiac devices may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly reduce pain and improve recovery outcomes for patients suffering from CRPS after a stroke.
How similar studies have performed: While TMS has been explored in various pain conditions, this specific application in CRPS post-stroke is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: Clinical diagnosis of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome Diagnosis of ischemic stroke Exclusion Criteria: Epilepsy Pregnancy Cardiac Pacemaker, Brain pacemaker, Cochlear Implants
Where this trial is running
Ankara
- Ankara Bilkent City Hospital Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Hospital — Ankara, Turkey (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Hüma Bölük Şenlikçi Associate Professor
- Email: humaboluk@gmail.com
- Phone: +905370630777
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions: Complex Regional Pain Syndromes, complex regional pain syndrome, transcranial magnetic stimulation, ischemic stroke