Noninvasive Electrical Stimulator as a Pain Control Treatment Post-ureteroscopy
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?
This trial is testing a TENS device, which uses gentle electrical pulses to relieve pain, on patients who have pain from a ureteral stent after surgery. The goal is to see if it can reduce their pain and nausea, and also lessen the need for narcotic painkillers.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment TENS?
Research shows that long-term use of TENS (transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) can reduce pain, decrease the need for pain-related medications, and improve sleep patterns in people with chronic pain. Many patients report continued benefits from TENS, including those with chronic back pain and posttraumatic pain.12345
Is TENS generally safe for humans?
Research on adverse events in manual therapy, which includes techniques similar to TENS, shows that while rare serious events can occur, most adverse events are mild and related to pain or symptom severity. It's important to consider patient perspectives on adverse events, as they may differ from clinician reports.678910
How is TENS treatment different from other treatments for this condition?
TENS (Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation) is unique because it uses electrical impulses to relieve pain, which is different from medications that typically involve taking pills or injections. This non-invasive approach can be an alternative for those who prefer not to use drugs or cannot tolerate them.1112131415
Research Team
Simon Conti, MD
Principal Investigator
Stanford University
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants use the TENS device or follow standard care until the ureteral stent is removed
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment
Treatment Details
Interventions
- TENS
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Stanford University
Lead Sponsor