Clinical trials
Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation clinical trials
Below are recruiting transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 94 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT04099992Recruiting
Mindfulness program for people with chronic kidney disease
This trial tests whether a mindfulness-based program can help people living with moderate-to-advanced kidney disease. It may improve how you feel day-to-day and how you manage symptoms, while researchers track kidney-related health and safety.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 40–80 - NCT04399707Recruiting
Nerve-pain device study for pain after C-section
This study tests whether a small skin electrical nerve stimulator (called TENS) can reduce pain after a planned or not-urgent C-section. You may be more likely to have less pain and use fewer pain medicines if the TENS helps you.
Honolulu, HawaiiAges 18 years+ - NCT04755699RecruitingEarly Phase 1
Electrical stimulation study for hand or limb movement recovery
This early-stage study tests whether regular, skin-based electrical stimulation can help people with paralysis or weakness regain movement. You would attend frequent clinic sessions for months, while the team checks your ability to follow instructions and your safety.
Manhasset, New YorkAges 18–75 - NCT04805528Recruiting
Electrical stimulation to reduce dry mouth after head-neck radiation
This trial tests a non-invasive, acupuncture-like electrical stimulation treatment (ALTENS) to help reduce dry mouth after radiation for head and neck cancers. You may qualify if you have bothersome dry mouth and had significant head-neck radiation, with no signs of active cancer and if you can come for treatments over 12 weeks.
Rochester, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT05152264Recruiting
TENS device study for endometriosis-related chronic pain
This study tests whether a skin-applied electrical nerve pain-relief device (TENS) can help with long-lasting pain from endometriosis. It mainly looks at people who have confirmed endometriosis and are on stable hormone treatment.
GothenburgAges 18–100 - NCT05345015Recruiting
Radio waves for muscle or low back pain and function
This trial tests whether a high-frequency radio-wave treatment can reduce pain and improve movement in adults with a muscle strain (hamstring) or acute or chronic low back pain. It may help you feel less pain and function better, depending on your specific injury and medical details.
KavalaAges 18–65 - NCT05500963Recruiting
TENS to reduce fatigue in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
This study tests whether TENS, a non-drug device that delivers mild electrical signals through the skin, can reduce fatigue in people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS). It also includes an exercise-training portion and checks safety and comfort during the program.
Boulder, ColoradoAges 18–65 - NCT05904340Recruiting
Acupuncture-like electrical stimulation for nerve pain after chemo
This trial studies whether a skin-applied, acupuncture-like electrical treatment can reduce ongoing nerve pain (chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy) after breast cancer chemotherapy. It may help if your nerve symptoms have not improved after finishing chemo.
Changhua, ChanghuaAges 18–80 - NCT05981183Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for chronic kidney disease
This study tests a device that gently stimulates a nerve in your ear to see if it can help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD). The device is non-invasive and may improve how your body handles kidney-related issues.
New York, New YorkAges 18–80 - NCT06135311Recruiting
TENS treatment for bedwetting in children
This study tests whether a gentle electrical nerve stimulation device (TENS) can help children who wet the bed at least once a week despite trying behavioral changes. It may be an option if your child hasn't used other treatments like medication or nerve stimulation.
Albany, New YorkAges 5–17 - NCT06184451Recruiting
TENS with exercise for knee osteoarthritis
This study tests if adding TENS (a pain-relieving electrical stimulation) to a standard exercise program helps people with knee osteoarthritis feel better and move better.
São PauloAges 40–75 - NCT06240260Recruiting
TENS unit for pain relief during IUD insertion
This study tests whether a small device called a TENS unit can reduce pain during IUD insertion. The TENS unit sends gentle electrical pulses through pads on your skin to help block pain signals, and you'll be part of a group that uses it during the procedure.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 12–50 - NCT06341673Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for bladder symptoms in multiple sclerosis
This trial tests a nerve stimulation treatment (TTNS) to improve bladder symptoms like urgency or frequent urination in people with multiple sclerosis. It is a randomized controlled study comparing this approach to a control, and aims to see if it can reduce bothersome bladder issues.
Khobar, Eastern ProvidenceAges 18 years+ - NCT06374693Recruiting
Nerve stimulation after brain aneurysm repair
This trial tests whether a gentle nerve stimulation device (tVNS) applied to the ear is safe and practical for patients recovering from a specific type of brain bleed. It aims to see if this non-invasive treatment might help recovery after the aneurysm is repaired.
Sheffield, South YorkshireAges 18 years+ - NCT06493071Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for depression after spinal cord injury
This study tests whether gentle nerve stimulation on your ear can reduce both inflammation and depression after a spinal cord injury. It might help people with mild to moderate depression who are already on a stable depression medicine.
London, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT06494059Recruiting
New brain and spine stimulation for spinal cord injury recovery
This study tests a new type of non-invasive stimulation (brain and spine) to help improve movement in people with spinal cord injury. It targets arm, leg, or trunk function depending on your injury level.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT06527547Recruiting
Ear acupuncture for sleep problems in rheumatoid arthritis
This trial tests if a gentle, non-invasive ear acupuncture device can improve sleep in people with rheumatoid arthritis (RA). If you have RA, poor sleep, and your disease is under control, this study might be a good fit.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–72 - NCT06539793Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for fibromyalgia pain
This trial tests if a gentle nerve stimulation treatment can reduce pain and improve daily function in people with fibromyalgia. It aims to understand how treatment affects natural pain signals.
Sadat, MenoufiaAges 25–35 - NCT06573996Recruiting
Testing a mouth TENS device for braces pain
This trial tests if a small device placed inside the mouth can ease pain from braces. You'll receive either real or fake treatment with the TENS device to see if it helps with soreness after adjustments.
San Francisco, CaliforniaAges 12 years+ - NCT07267052Recruiting
Nerve stimulation at acupoints for pain relief
This trial uses a gentle electrical device on acupuncture points to study how it affects pain signals in the body. Healthy adults can join to help researchers understand a possible drug-free way to manage pain.
Taichung, Beitun, TaiwanAges 20 years+ - NCT07689019Recruiting
Heat and electrical stimulation for head and neck cancer recovery
This study tests whether applying far infrared rays (a type of heat) or mild electrical pulses to the skin can help improve short-term recovery in people with head and neck cancer who are receiving chemotherapy and radiation together. It aims to see if these treatments can reduce side effects or improve quality of life.
Hualien City, Hualien CountyAges 30–85 - NCT06817161RecruitingPhase 3
Nerve stimulation for quality of life during ovarian cancer treatment
This trial tests if a gentle nerve stimulation device on the ear can improve quality of life for people with ovarian cancer who are starting their first chemotherapy. It may help manage symptoms like fatigue or feeling sick.
CaenAges 18 years+ - NCT06838013Recruiting
Electrical stimulation to improve leg movement after stroke
This trial tests a new way to help people with stroke move their legs better by combining electrical stimulation on the back and leg. If you have had a stroke more than 6 months ago and can already walk with or without a cane, this treatment might help strengthen ankle muscles and make walking easier.
Hong KongAges 50–85 - NCT06912334Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for fibromyalgia pain relief
This trial tests a device that uses gentle electrical pulses on the ear to stimulate the vagus nerve, which may help reduce fibromyalgia pain and sensitivity. You will not know if you are receiving the real stimulation or a placebo to ensure unbiased results.
Athens, GreeceAges 18–79
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 94 recruiting transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
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