Ear stimulation for insulin levels in healthy volunteers
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation in the ear can change insulin levels in the blood. It is for healthy adults who are willing to have small sensors and a blood draw.
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Who can take part
- You are a healthy adult between 18 and 70 years old.
- You are willing to have sticky pads placed on your neck, chest, and inside your ear.
- You agree to have a small tube placed in your arm for blood draws.
- You do not have diabetes.
- You are not allergic to adhesive bandages or electrode pads.
- You do not have stomach or digestion problems.
- You are not taking medicines like alpha or beta blockers for blood pressure.
- You are not pregnant.
- You are not a prisoner.
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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