๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2026-07-21

Spinal Cord Stimulation and Small Fiber Peripheral Neuropathy (NCT06287736)

A Novel Neuromodulation Approach to Target Small Fiber Neuropathy Early in Diabetes and Measure Functional Recovery

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: Ohio State University

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

This is a prospective randomized control trial. Participants enrolled into the study will be randomized into one of three groups, two of which are treatment groups and the third is a control group. A time course of measurements before and after spinal cord stimulation (SCS) treatment (where applicable) will assess pain, DPN severity, small fiber nerve activity, and metabolic health markers.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center โ€” Columbus, Ohio

Age range: 18 Years

๐Ÿงช Interventions in This Study

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center โ€” Columbus, Ohio

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (614) 366-7822

Email: Alexander.Price2@osumc.edu

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ 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 ยง 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.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—