PET Imaging of Chronic Pain Syndromes (NCT03233594)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Central nervous system (CNS) changes associated with pain have been difficult to measure until the development of functional neuroimaging techniques such as positron emission tomography (PET). We have previously observed asymmetry in the thalamus associated with chronic pain that altered during acupuncture therapy. Imaging studies of therapeutic techniques for chronic pain in animals and humans have been quite limited. This study will be the first to utilize FDG PET-MRI imaging of both the brain and body in order to assess CNS changes and peripheral body changes related to chronic pain and its potential management.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Thomas Jefferson University, Marcus Institute of Integrative Health Centers — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Age range: 18 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Chiropractic Group (OTHER)
- Healthy Control Group (OTHER)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)
- Thomas Jefferson University, Marcus Institute of Integrative Health Centers — Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Thomas Jefferson University, Marcus Institute of Integrative Health Centers — Villanova, Pennsylvania
💰 Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights
- 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
- Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA § 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
- Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Review the official NIH record below to find the coordinating site.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.