Vagus nerve stimulation for recovery after exertion in long COVID
Part of Infections, Lungs & breathing clinical trials.
This trial tests if a non-invasive device that stimulates a nerve in your ear can help you recover from exhaustion and other ongoing symptoms after COVID-19. It may be an option if you have had symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, or shortness of breath for at least 4 weeks.
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Who can take part
- You had a positive COVID-19 test or a doctor confirmed you had COVID-19.
- You still have at least one symptom like fatigue, shortness of breath, brain fog, headaches, irritability, trouble thinking clearly, or muscle or joint pain.
- Your symptoms have lasted at least 4 weeks for long COVID or at least 8 weeks for post-COVID.
- You do not have another medical or mental health condition that explains your symptoms.
- You are not pregnant or nursing, and you have no history of seizures, stroke, brain injury, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, or severe heart conditions.
- You do not have an active implanted device like a pacemaker, and you don't have an ear infection or skin irritation where the device would be placed.
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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