Spinal Cord Stimulation for Pain and Obesity
Brown Adipose Tissue Activation by Spinal Cord Stimulation
- Age
- 21 – 70
- Sex
- Any
- Study type
- Interventional
- Purpose
- Treatment
- Participants needed
- 10 (estimated)
- Sponsor
- Oregon Health and Science University · Other
This trial is looking for adults with ongoing leg and back pain who are planning to have spinal cord stimulation (SCS) for pain relief. Participants will help evaluate if SCS can also aid in weight loss and improve metabolism.
You may be able to join if
- I am 21-70 years old.
- I have persistent leg and back pain.
- I am planning to undergo spinal cord stimulation for my pain.
- I have not had a previous trial of spinal cord stimulation for pain.
- I have a body mass index (BMI) between 25 and 45.
You may not be able to join if
- I am not considering spinal cord stimulation for pain.
- I have been involved in a forensic case.
- I take beta blockers.
- I have had a weight change of more than 5% in the last 3 months.
- I use tobacco regularly.
- I consume excessive alcohol regularly.
- I am pregnant.
- I have a BMI of less than 25 or greater than 45.
Summarized in plain language from this trial's official eligibility criteria. The full criteria are further down this page — only the research team can confirm whether you qualify.
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Check Your EligibilityThe objective of this study is to investigate and utilize spinal cord stimulation (SCS) as an effective approach to eliciting weight loss and potentially alleviating Type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM), as evidenced by increasing metabolism of adipose tissue.
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