Optimization of NIBS for Diabetic Neuropathy Neuropathic Pain
brief summary
The purpose of this study is to assess the effects of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation (tDCS) in combination with Transcranial ultrasound (TUS) for the treatment of pain and functional limitations in subjects with Diabetic Neuropathic Pain.
detailed description
Active stimulation will be compared with compared to SHAM stimulation in DNP patients.
20 DNP patients, 10 per group, receive stimulation or sham for 5 consecutive days, 20 min/day, followed by 2, 4, and 6 weeks post-therapy. 9 visits plus screening/baseline (total 10 visits).
Subsequently, 40 DNP patients will be enrolled, 20 per group, giving 5 consecutive days, 20 min/day, followed by 2 weeks of bi-weekly stimulation or sham for 20 min/day (total stimulations n=9) and follow-ups at 2, 4, 6, \& 8 weeks post-stim): 13 visits plus screening/ baseline (total 14 visits).
official title
Optimization of Non-Invasive Brain Stimulation for Diabetic Neuropathy