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Treatment of Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome

This study will investigate the feasibility of using repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS) and a sensorimotor training task to treat symptoms of pain in patients with complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS). rTMS is a non-invasive technique that involves delivering magnetic pulses in rapid succession over the area of the brain that controls movement. The sensorimotor training task involves non-invasive nerve stimulation used to cue a participant to complete motor actions. The purpose of this study is to determine whether recruitment is feasible in this patient population and patients maintain adherence to the intervention. In addition, the investigators want to determine whether rTMS combined with sensorimotor training is an effective intervention to alleviate symptoms of pain in patients with CRPS.

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Participation Requirements

  • Sex:

    ALL

  • Eligible Ages:

    18 to 70

Participation Criteria

Inclusion Criteria:

* A diagnosis of CRPS type 1 affecting one of their hands

Exclusion Criteria:

* A known history of moderate to severe chronic pain in other parts of the body
* Daily use of opioids prior to the CRPS diagnosis
* Contraindications to transcranial magnetic stimulation
* Known psychological diagnosis affecting comprehension
* Inability to participate in the study

Study Location

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton King Campus
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton King Campus
Hamilton, Ontario
Canada

Contact Study Team

Primary Contact

Harsha Shanthanna, MD

[email protected]
9055221155
Backup Contact

Vera Dodds, MBA

[email protected]
9055221155
Study Sponsored By
McMaster University
Participants Required
More Information
Study ID: NCT05197959