Proof of Concept Trial of Cannabis Derivatives in Neuropathic Pain (NCT05351801)
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
Chronic neuropathic pain (CNP) is disabling. Research on frontline treatments for CNP, shows inconsistent outcomes and dissatisfaction among Veterans. Veterans and clinicians have shown significant interest in cannabis derivatives (THC, CBD) for neuropathic pain control, but there are no well-controlled trials guiding expectations for benefit and adverse outcomes associated with cannabis for CNP. Because Veterans are likely to present with pain and pain-related polymorbidity significantly differing from that of civilians, a well-structured clinical trial of cannabinoids for Veterans with CNP is vital.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego, CA — San Diego, California
Age range: 21 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
📋 "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 (6 Sites)
- VA San Diego Healthcare System, San Diego, CA — San Diego, California
- VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, West Los Angeles, CA — West Los Angeles, California
- VA Connecticut Healthcare System West Haven Campus, West Haven, CT — West Haven, Connecticut
- Providence VA Medical Center, Providence, RI — Providence, Rhode Island
- South Texas Health Care System, San Antonio, TX — San Antonio, Texas
- VA Puget Sound Health Care System Seattle Division, Seattle, WA — Seattle, Washington
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (203) 932-5711
Email: Courtney.DiCocco@va.gov
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.