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
- NCT07287657Enrolling by invitation
Electrical acupoint stimulation after chest surgery
This trial tests a gentle, non-needle therapy that stimulates acupoints with mild electrical current to help you recover better after chest surgery. It may reduce pain and speed healing.
Taipei, HualienAges 15 years+ - NCT07244861Enrolling by invitation
TENS for neck muscle stiffness and pain
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation device (TENS) applied to the neck can reduce muscle stiffness and pain in people with ongoing neck pain. If you have had neck pain for at least 6 weeks and are willing to avoid certain medications the day before, you may be able to join.
ErzurumAges 18–50 - NCT07051265Enrolling by invitation
Pain relief for head and neck cancer patients using TENS or acupressure
This study compares two non-drug methods—TENS (a mild electrical device) and acupressure (gentle finger pressure on specific points)—to help manage pain in people with head and neck cancer. If you have cancer-related pain and need medication, you may be able to join.
Kaohsiung CityAges 20–100 - NCT07011537Enrolling by invitation
Digital health program and TENS for chronic low back pain
This trial tests a digital health program combined with a TENS device (a small device that sends gentle electrical pulses to help with pain) for people with ongoing low back pain. It compares this approach to standard care, and you would be randomly assigned to one of the two groups.
Eden Prairie, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06807229Enrolling by invitation
Core exercises vs. standard therapy for period-related back pain
This study compares core-strengthening exercises with standard physical therapy to see which works better for easing low back pain during your period. If you have painful cramps that affect your lower back, this trial may help find a treatment that works for you.
Gamasah, Al ManşūrahAges 18–35 - NCT06444945Enrolling by invitation
Comparing two hands-on therapies for knee osteoarthritis
This study compares two hands-on therapy techniques (Mulligan and Kaltenborn mobilizations) to see which works better for reducing pain and improving movement in people with knee osteoarthritis. If you have mild to moderate knee pain and are between 40 and 70, this trial may help you find a gentler treatment option.
IslamabadAges 40–70 - NCT06444932Enrolling by invitation
Strength training plus joint mobilization for knee osteoarthritis
This study looks at whether adding resistance (strength) exercises to joint mobilization helps people with knee osteoarthritis move better, feel less pain, and get stronger. You'll do standard joint mobilization plus a program of exercises like leg presses and squats.
IslamabadAges 40–70 - NCT06772961Recruiting
Electrical stimulation on acupoints to reduce breathing problems after surgery
This trial tests whether mild electrical stimulation at specific acupoints (on the arm and hand) before and after surgery can lower the chance of breathing complications when you wake up from general anesthesia.
Nanjing, JiangsuAges 18–100 - NCT07219108Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for recovery in the NeuroICU
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical pulse on the ear can help patients recover from severe brain or spinal cord conditions in the NeuroICU. It may improve healing by activating the vagus nerve.
St Louis, MissouriAges 18 years+ - NCT05928052Recruiting
Spinal stimulation to help ARDS patients get off the ventilator
This study tests whether stimulating nerves in the spine can help people with severe lung injury (ARDS) breathe without a ventilator sooner. It may help shorten the time you need a breathing machine in the ICU.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07308951Recruiting
Electrical acupoint stimulation for chronic cancer pain relief
This trial tests if a small, patient-controlled device that sends mild electrical pulses to acupoints (like acupuncture without needles) can improve quality of life for people with ongoing cancer pain. It may offer a drug-free way to manage pain at home.
Zhejiang, HangzhouAges 18–80 - NCT03965299Recruiting
Gentle nerve stimulation for new spinal cord injury recovery
This study tests whether stimulation through the skin of the tibial nerve can help people with a new spinal cord injury. It may help improve bladder-related symptoms or nerve signaling after injury, compared with standard care.
Zurich, Canton of ZurichAges 18 years+ - NCT07271147Recruiting
Nerve stimulation plus sedative for post-op nausea
This study tests whether combining a very mild nerve stimulation (taVNS) with a sedative (dexmedetomidine) can reduce nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic surgery. It may be a good option if you are scheduled for keyhole surgery and want to feel better afterward.
Nantong, JiangsuAges 18–65 - NCT07344402Recruiting
Optimizing ear stimulation for chronic constipation
This study tests whether mild electrical stimulation on the ear (called taVNS) can help people with difficult-to-treat constipation. It aims to find the best stimulation schedule to improve bowel movements.
Xi'anAges Any age - NCT07077044Recruiting
Testing nerve stimulation for kids with constipation
This study tests a new treatment for children with long-lasting constipation that hasn't improved with standard care. It compares nerve stimulation (TTNS with or without a special device called PHUS) against usual therapy to see which works best.
JerusalemAges 4–14 - NCT07191119Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for insomnia in childhood leukemia survivors
This study tests a small, wearable device that gently stimulates a nerve in your ear (called the vagus nerve) to help with insomnia. It's designed for adult survivors of childhood leukemia who still have trouble sleeping.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 20–50 - NCT06278909Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for stubborn anxiety
This study tests a new, non-invasive treatment using mild electrical stimulation on a nerve in your face (trigeminal nerve) to help with anxiety that hasn't improved with other treatments. It aims to see if this approach is safe and helpful for people with generalized anxiety disorder who have not responded to standard medications.
Kingston, OntarioAges 18–65 - NCT07657260Recruiting
Nerve stimulation study using MRI to compare two methods
This study tests two ways to stimulate a nerve in your face (trigeminal nerve) using a mild electrical current: one through the skin and one through the skull. The goal is to see what happens in the brain using MRI scans. It only includes healthy volunteers with no major health issues.
Xi'an, ShaanxiAges 18–35 - NCT06672458Recruiting
Electrical stimulation to help arm and hand function after spinal cord injury
This trial uses a non-invasive device called MyndMove to apply small electrical pulses to the arm muscles, helping to improve movement after a spinal cord or nerve injury. It may be an option for people who still have some connection between their brain and arm muscles.
Miami, FloridaAges 18–70 - NCT05685433Recruiting
Real-world study of eCoin for urgent urine leaks
This study looks at how well eCoin (a device treatment) reduces urgent urine leaks in people with overactive bladder. It’s a “real-world” evaluation, meaning it aims to reflect everyday care after the device is already approved.
Homewood, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06204874Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for bladder pain in women
This trial tests a new nerve stimulation approach for women with bladder pain syndrome. It aims to find a gentler way to reduce pain and urgency without surgery.
Bethesda, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT05563103Recruiting
Combination therapy to improve spinal cord injury recovery
This trial studies a combination of treatments to help people with certain types of spinal cord injury regain some movement and feeling over time. If you meet the specific injury and health criteria, you may be asked to do simple walking and assessment tests during treatment.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 18–70
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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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