๐ฌIn plain words
What the trial is, and whether it could suit you
This is an open-label, single-arm, single-center prospective pilot study to assess the efficacy and safety of transcranial temperol interference stimulation in patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorder (NMOSD) complicated by neuropathic pain in China.
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๐ Eligibility rules (as published)
Inclusion Criteria:
* Patients diagnosed with NMOSD in accordance with the criteria of the International Panel for Neuromyelitis Optica Diagnosis (IPND).
* Patients were complicated with neuropathic pain, with a DN4 score โฅ 4.
* NRS score for pain โฅ 4 points, and neuropathic pain has persisted for more than 3 months.
* Patients receiving biological therapy and/or prednisone at a stable dose, with no adjustment of the treatment plan within 30 days before enrollment.
* Patients who have not adjusted any combination of standard analgesic drugs (including antiepileptic drugs, antidepressants, and opioid drugs) within 30 days before enrollment.
* Patients or their family members who have signed a written informed consent form.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Subjects participating in other clinical studies.
* Subjects who have used investigational drugs for pain control within 30 days before enrollment.
* Subjects with a concurrent diagnosis of peripheral neuropathy.
* Subjects with concurrent active central nervous system diseases.
* Subjects with cognitive or mental disorders.
* Subjects who are pregnant, lactating, or planning to become pregnant during the study period.
* Subjects with severe diseases related to the heart, liver, kidneys, or hematopoietic system.
* Subjects with implanted devices in the body (such as cardiac pacemakers, nerve stimulators, etc.).
* Subjects with a history of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) allergy, latex allergy, or previous intolerance.
* Subjects with contraindications to MRI examination.
* Subjects with head skin lesions.
* Other medical conditions or situations that the researcher deems may affect the achievement of the study objectives.