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Trigeminal Neuralgia Clinical Trial in Minneapolis, MN

Access cutting-edge trigeminal neuralgia treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Minneapolis. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by University of Minnesota

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All study-related trigeminal neuralgia treatment provided free

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Minneapolis

    Convenient for MN residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Minneapolis site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Trigeminal Neuralgia Study in Minneapolis

The study intervention is to perform standard somatosensory evoked responses limited to the face during rhizotomy procedures of the gasserian ganglion (trigeminal ganglion) for the treatment of trigeminal neuralgia. The evoked responses will be measured at two locations before and after the clinical rhizotomy including: the standard contralateral scalp (EEG) and at the gasserian ganglion through an FDA-approved recording electrode.

Sponsor: University of Minnesota

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Adults of 18 years or older
Scheduled to undergo percutaneous rhizotomy for facial pain

Exclusion Criteria

Facial pain of unclear origin (i.e. not clearly TGN pain)
Rhizotomy procedure canceled Inclusion Criteria (Healthy controls)
Adults of 18 years or older Exclusion Criteria (Healthy Controls)
Diagnosis or history of facial pain such as TMD or TGN
History of migraine
History of any functional pain disorder: fibromyalgia, IBS, CRPS
Recent chronic pain (within last month)
Unwilling to participate for two hours in lab
Current acute pain

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Minneapolis?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT05269472) has an active research site in Minneapolis, MN that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Trigeminal Neuralgia Treatment Options in Minneapolis, MN

If you're searching for trigeminal neuralgia treatment options in Minneapolis, MN, this clinical trial (NCT05269472) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Minneapolis research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced trigeminal neuralgia specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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