Ear nerve stimulation and sleep in healthy adults
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study uses a gentle electrical device placed on the ear to stimulate a nerve (vagus nerve) and see how it affects sleep in healthy people. It aims to understand if this non-invasive method can improve sleep.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 49 years old.
- You are in good general health with no major medical issues such as heart, lung, kidney, or liver disease, asthma, sleep apnea, or diabetes.
- You are a non-smoker.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You are able to wear a small device on your ear and a sleep monitor comfortably.
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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