Publications by authors named "Kristin Stabach"
Background: We examined whether the effect of true electroacupuncture on pain and functionality in chronic pain participants can be differentiated from that of medication (gabapentin) by analyzing quantitative sensory testing (QST).
Methods: We recruited chronic back and neck pain participants who received six sessions (twice weekly) of true electroacupuncture versus sham electroacupuncture or 3 weeks of gabapentin versus placebo treatment. QST profiles, pain scores, and functionality profile were obtained at baseline (visit 1) and after three sessions (visit 4) or six sessions (visit 7) of acupuncture or 3 weeks of gabapentin or placebo.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates how chronic opioid use affects sensory perception changes following ketamine infusions in patients with chronic noncancer pain.
- Results show that ketamine infusions lead to different sensations, with opioid users experiencing less change compared to those not using opioids, indicating that chronic opioid use alters the effects of ketamine.
- This research highlights the potential benefits of using low-dose ketamine for both diagnosing and treating neuropathic pain in individuals with a history of opioid use.