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NCT02330315 · ClinicalTrials.gov registry record · NA
Effects of tDCS and tUS on Pain Perception in OA of the Knee
A NA study, sponsored by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital.
- Completed
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 28
- Enrollment target
NCT02330315: Completed NA study, sponsored by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital.
NCT02330315 is a NA study that has completed, run by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. The registered enrollment target is 28 participants, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower). According to ClinicalTrials.gov, the official US trial registry.
The verdict
NCT02330315, a NA study, has completed, sponsored by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital.
- COMPLETED
- Registry status
- NA
- Development phase
- 28 participants
- Enrollment target
Study Summary
The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in conjunction with transcranial ultrasound (TUS) on pain perception and functional limitations in people with osteoarthritis of the knee. The investigators hypothesize that there will be a decrease in pain levels with active stimulation, when compared to sham stimulation.
Primary Outcome
Changes in the Visual Analogue Scale (VAS) for pain will be measured in order to determine whether anodal transcranial direct current stimulation in conjunction with transcranial ultrasound (applied in a diagnostic mode) is effective in reducing pain in subjects with osteoarthritis knee pain. The investigators will also look at changes in the Von Frey assessment and pain pressure threshold (PPT).
Interventions
- DEVICE transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS)
- DEVICE transcranial ultrasound (TUS)
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 28 participants |
| Start Date | 2015-03 |
| Est. Completion | 2016-08 |
| Phase | NA |
What the finished NCT02330315 record still lists
NCT02330315 is an interventional study that assigns participants to a tested intervention. The registry caps enrollment at 28 participants, a relatively small participant target, below the 1,404-participant average among 58,714 other NA trials with a reported enrollment target (98% lower).
The record links to 0 conditions, and to 2 interventions - of which transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is the first listed.
NCT02330315 does not publish any study locations in the registry export this page uses.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT02330315 about?
NCT02330315 is a clinical study titled "Effects of tDCS and tUS on Pain Perception in OA of the Knee". The purpose of this study is to investigate the effects of transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) in conjunction with transcranial ultrasound (TUS) on pain perception and functional limitations in people with osteoarthritis of the knee. The investigators hypothesize that there will be a decr...
What is the current status of trial NCT02330315?
This trial is currently completed. It is a NA study. The enrollment target is 28 participants. The study started on 2015-03. Estimated completion is 2016-08.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT02330315?
The interventions under investigation include: transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) (DEVICE), transcranial ultrasound (TUS) (DEVICE).
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT02330315?
This trial is sponsored by Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital, which has 101 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov.
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How this trial's enrollment target compares
Where NCT02330315's enrollment target sits among peer trials
28 1704th of 2000 higher than 293 of 2,000 other NA trials
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Source ClinicalTrials.gov registry export · 2026-08-08
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