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Less is more: Low concentration topical capsaicin to relieve neuropathic pain in spinal cord injury

Principal Investigator
John Kramer

Overview

Body Locations and Systems
Pain
Status
Recruiting
Start/End Dates
Aug 12, 2021 Aug 31, 2023
Locations
ICORD – Blusson Spinal Cord Centre
Name/Title
Dr. Lukas Linde, postdoctoral fellow
Phone
226-668-8836
Email Address
lukas.linde@ubc.ca
Purpose of Study

The purpose of this study is examine the use of low concentration capsaicin (the active ingredient in chili peppers) cream applied for extended periods of time to help manage neuropathic pain after spinal cord injury.

Eligibility

Individuals may be eligible to participate if they:

  • have been diagnosed with neuropathic pain related to spinal cord injury
  • are between 18 and 65 years of age
  • are fluent English speakers


Disclaimer

Study Coordinators and Research Nurses cannot give medical advice over the phone. Telephone numbers and email addresses are provided for obtaining additional information on specific research studies only. If you have specific questions which require clinical expertise, please call your primary care physician.

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