Smell training plus brain stimulation for long COVID smell loss
Part of Brain & nervous system, Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This study tests whether a combination of smell training and a type of nerve stimulation can improve persistent smell problems after COVID. It is meant for people who had normal smell before COVID and still struggle with smell changes months later.
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Who can take part
- You are seeking treatment for long COVID smell problems (like less smell, distorted smell, or smell hallucinations)
- Your COVID test was positive at least 1 month ago (PCR or home rapid test)
- Your sense of smell was normal before you had COVID
- You have never done both smell training and trigeminal nerve stimulation before
- You can read and understand English and sign consent
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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