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cHAnging the Perceived Pain INtensity in divErSe Populations With Spinal Cord Injury

RecruitingNAAges 18 Years - anyAllUniversity of Minnesota
NCT06140355 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
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What the trial is, and whether it could suit you

Chronic neuropathic pain affects 69% of adults with spinal cord injury (SCI). Current treatment options are limited (primarily pain medications) with insufficient benefits and significant risks for addiction and adverse effects. Of the available mind and body approaches, Qigong is the most accessible for adults with SCI with evidence for effectiveness in reducing pain, but there is insufficient evidence to make recommendations for adults with SCI. Thus, the feasibility of Qigong in SCI needs to be established. To support our feasibility study, we investigated a 12-week remote Qigong program in adults with SCI and neuropathic pain. We recruited 23 adults with SCI, 18 completed the study, and 12 completed the 1-year follow-up. They practiced Qigong 138% of the required intensity (which was, at least 3x/week with Qigong video through the internet). Their pain was reduced by 44% after 12 we

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📋 Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria: * 18+ years old * medically stable * with neuropathic pain 4 or above on the numeric pain rating scale + screened with painDETECT * willing to participate in a remote Qigong intervention (from any location with internet connection) * fluent in English or Spanish * access to the internet and a computer/iPad or smartphone Exclusion Criteria: * uncontrolled seizure disorder * cognitive impairment and/or communicative disability (e.g., due to brain injury) preventing them from following directions or from learning * ventilator dependency * major medical complications * pressure ulcers hindering prolonged sitting or lying down * (planning to become) pregnant or planning a major surgery during the study (given study duration, regular Qigong practice, and frequent check-ins) * regular Tai Chi or Qigong practice in the past 6 months (3x/week or more) * currently engaged in other rehabilitation programs that would influence outcomes
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What it tests

  • Qigong
  • Daily 2 min pain management survey
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Where

3 sites
University of Miami
Miami, United States
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, United States
University of Texas - Rio Grande Valley
Harlingen, United States
🤝 Taking part is your choice, and you can leave at any time. Only the trial team can confirm you are eligible — always decide together with your own doctor.
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