Clinical trials
Vagus Nerve Stimulation clinical trials
Below are recruiting vagus nerve stimulation clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 156 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06308484Recruiting
Mindfulness and brain stimulation for alcohol recovery
This trial tests if combining a non-invasive brain stimulation technique (like a mild electrical current) with mindfulness training can help people with alcohol dependence stay sober. If you recently stopped drinking and meet the health requirements, you may be able to join.
Berlin, State of BerlinAges 18–70 - NCT06450483Recruiting
Acupuncture for neck pain in college athletes
This study tests whether a type of acupuncture (called auricular vagus nerve stimulation, or AVNS) can help college athletes with neck pain. It looks at how the treatment affects pain, balance, and heart rate. If you’re a healthy college athlete with mild to moderate neck pain and no recent injuries, you may be a good fit.
Sharjah cityAges 18–26 - NCT06476912Recruiting
Balance exercise and nerve stimulation for Parkinson's with anxiety
This study tests whether combining balance exercises with a gentle nerve stimulation (called vagus nerve stimulation) can help people with Parkinson's disease who also have anxiety. The goal is to see if this combination improves walking and balance.
TaipeiAges 40–85 - NCT06544447RecruitingPhase 1/Phase 2
Ear nerve stimulation for dry eye with blocked oil glands
This trial tests a gentle nerve stimulation device placed on the ear to see if it can improve dry eye symptoms caused by blocked oil glands. It may offer a new, drug-free option for relief.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–65 - NCT06682689Recruiting
Nerve stimulation study for new mothers' mental health
This study tests whether a gentle nerve stimulation device (tVNS) worn on the ear can help new mothers feel better emotionally after childbirth. It is for women whose babies had normal organ scans and who do not have certain medical conditions or current mood disorders.
Tübingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 18 years+ - NCT06720571Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for emotion and thinking in Prader-Willi syndrome
This trial tests whether a gentle, non-invasive nerve stimulation (like a small device on the neck) can help people with Prader-Willi syndrome regulate emotions and improve planning and focus. It may be a new option if you have trouble with emotional control or daily organization.
BordeauxAges 18 years+ - NCT06847360Recruiting
Home-based ear stimulation for IBS pain
This trial tests a gentle, non-invasive ear stimulation device (taVNS) used at home to reduce pain from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). It might help if you have moderate pain most days.
New Haven, ConnecticutAges 18–29 - NCT06918964Recruiting
Ear nerve stimulation for recent brain bleed
This trial tests a gentle electrical ear stimulation device (taVNS) to see if it helps people recover after a recent brain bleed. It is for adults who had a specific type of bleed within the last 3 days and are generally stable otherwise.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18–80 - NCT06927024Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for chronic kidney disease
This trial tests if a gentle electrical stimulation on the ear (taVNS) can help people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) by improving kidney function or reducing symptoms. It is a non-invasive, device-based treatment given at NYU Langone Health.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT06975124RecruitingPhase 1
taVNS and fear in real-life settings
This trial tests if a gentle nerve stimulation (taVNS) can change how people feel fear in everyday situations. It may help understand new ways to manage fear and anxiety.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–30 - NCT07051694Recruiting
Ear nerve stimulation for sepsis patients in the ICU
This trial tests a non-invasive ear stimulation device (taVNS) as an extra treatment for sepsis in the ICU. It may help reduce inflammation and improve recovery.
ChongqingAges 18–80 - NCT07132021Recruiting
Ear nerve stimulation for arm recovery after stroke
This trial tests a gentle, non-invasive ear stimulation device to help improve arm movement after a stroke. It is for people who had a stroke in the last 5 years and still have arm weakness.
Recife, PernambucoAges 18–75 - NCT07149038Recruiting
Ear stimulation device study for vascular dementia
This trial tests a device that stimulates a nerve in your ear to help with memory and thinking problems caused by small blood vessel damage in the brain. It's for people with vascular dementia or a milder form called vascular mild cognitive impairment.
Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-doAges 55–89 - NCT07192757Recruiting
Trial to help you hear speech in noisy places
This study tests a new way to help people with age-related hearing loss understand conversations in noisy environments. It might improve your ability to hear clearly when there is background noise.
Gainesville, FloridaAges 55–80 - NCT07196397Recruiting
Polish Registry of Heart Nerve Procedures
This registry tracks people who have had or plan to have a procedure that changes the nerves controlling heart rate, such as cardioneuroablation. It aims to better understand and treat conditions like inappropriate tachycardia, POTS, and fainting spells.
RzeszówAges 18 years+ - NCT07257107Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation plus robot training for stroke recovery
This trial tests if combining a gentle ear nerve stimulation device with robot-assisted arm training can improve arm function in people who had a stroke more than six months ago.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–70 - NCT07258082Recruiting
Ear stimulation for delirium in hospital patients
This study tests a gentle electrical stimulation device placed on the ear to see if it can help reduce confusion (delirium) in hospitalized patients. It is for adults who are right-handed and currently experiencing delirium.
Stony Brook, New YorkAges 22 years+ - NCT07259577Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for stroke recovery
This trial tests whether stimulating the vagus nerve can improve arm movement, breathing, and quality of life in people who had a stroke more than 6 months ago. It involves a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the neck during therapy sessions.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–70 - NCT07272239Recruiting
Nerve stimulation and hand training for chronic stroke
This study tests whether a combination of two therapies—gentle nerve stimulation on the ear and a special hand movement training—can help improve arm and hand function in people who have had a stroke on the left side of the brain and still have significant arm weakness.
Rawalpindi, Punjab ProvinceAges 50–75 - NCT07368751Recruiting
Vagus nerve stimulation for frozen shoulder treatment
This trial tests if stimulating the vagus nerve can help treat frozen shoulder. It might be an option if you have had shoulder pain and stiffness for at least 3 months and have not received prior treatment for this shoulder problem.
IstanbulAges 40–65 - NCT07369908Recruiting
Ear stimulation for anxiety and emotion control
This study tests whether a gentle, non-invasive electrical stimulation on the ear (called taVNS) can help lower anxiety and improve how you manage your emotions. It’s for healthy people who want to explore a potential new way to support emotional well-being.
Chengdu, SichuanAges 18–30 - NCT07425652Recruiting
Physiotherapy methods for fibromyalgia pain
This study tests different physiotherapy techniques to help women with fibromyalgia manage pain and improve daily function. It compares several hands-on therapies to find the most effective approach.
AnkaraAges 18–65 - NCT07557706RecruitingPhase 1
Vagus Nerve Stimulation to Improve Heart Function in Parkinson's Disease
This study tests a non-invasive ear-based stimulation technique (taVNS) to help regulate heart function in people with Parkinson's disease. The goal is to see if this gentle stimulation can improve blood pressure and heart rate control.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18–80 - NCT07596030Recruiting
Self-applied ear stimulation for nerve pain after chemo
This trial tests a small device you wear on your ear to see if it can reduce nerve pain caused by chemotherapy (CIPN). You use it yourself at home, and it may help with the tingling, numbness, or burning in your hands and feet.
Coral Gables, FloridaAges 18–80
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for vagus nerve stimulation?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 156 recruiting vagus 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 vagus 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 vagus 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.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.