Managing Chronic Spinal Pain With Exercise and Neuromodulation

Recruiting now · Not applicable · Has a placebo group

Conditions studied: Spinal Pain Syndrome, Chronic Pain (Back / Neck)

In brief

Chronic spinal pain is a multifaceted condition frequently characterized by an absence of discernible structural causes, manifesting in symptoms such as significant disability and diminished quality of life. Persistent Spinal Pain Syndrome Type 2 (PSPS-T2) represents a common variant, implicating both peripheral and central nervous system mechanisms. This study investigates the synergistic effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in conjunction with motor control exercises on PSPS-T2 patients who have not responded to conventional treatments. A randomized controlled trial (RCT) will be conducted to compare an experimental group (tDCS + exercise) with a control group (exercise only), with the objective of enhancing functionality, alleviating pain levels, and improving psychological well-being. The findings may contribute to the development of more effective, patient-centered treatment strategies.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT06969456

Run by

Fundación Universidad Católica de Valencia San Vicente Mártir

People needed

42

Starts

2025-10-27

Expected to finish

2027-01-01

Last updated by the study team

2025-12-08

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 70. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: not accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Have a diagnostic of PSPS-T2
• Neuropathic pain (DNA4 ≥ 4)
• Patients older than 18 years
• ≥ 6 months with pain
• VAS score ≥ 7

You may not qualify if…

• Previous or programmed surgeries in abdominal area
• Pregnant or lactating
• Severe fractures or pathologies
• Spine structural deformity
• Neurologic or psychiatric issues

Where it is running

• Catholic Univerity of Valencia — Valencia, Valencia, Spain (enrolling)

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