Vibro-tactile stimulation of the neck reduces pain in people with cervical dystonia: a proof-of-concept study.

Jiapeng XuMatteo CostanzoLaura AvanzinoDavide MartinoParisa SalehiStephanie StandalNicoletta ManzoParisa AlizadehSara TerranovaGaia BonassiJinseok OhAntonella ConteJürgen Konczak

Published in: Neurological sciences : official journal of the Italian Neurological Society and of the Italian Society of Clinical Neurophysiology (2024)

This proof-of-concept study demonstrates the potential of VTS as a new non-invasive therapeutic option for treating neck pain associated with CD. Further research needs to delineate optimal dosage and long-term effects.

Keyphrases

chronic pain
early onset
deep brain stimulation
pain management
neuropathic pain
human health