Vagus nerve stimulation for fatigue in fibromyalgia or long COVID
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation device on the ear (vagus nerve) can help reduce fatigue when combined with exercise. It is for people with fibromyalgia or long COVID who still feel exhausted after a rehab program.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older.
- You have fibromyalgia or long COVID with fatigue lasting more than 6 months.
- You have tried an exercise program but still feel very tired (fatigue score over 36 on the FSS scale).
- You do less than 150 minutes of physical activity each week.
- You do not have serious heart problems (like atrial fibrillation, recent heart attack, or stroke) or a history of vagus nerve surgery.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
Quick eligibility check
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