Study of ear stimulation for weight-related health in young adults
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation of the ear (tVNS) can affect how the body handles weight. It aims to understand the brain and body changes related to obesity. Participants will receive the stimulation and undergo brain scans.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 to 40 years old.
- Your BMI is between 27 and 35 (range of overweight to moderate obesity).
- You have not had major weight changes (more than 10% of your body weight) in the last 6 months.
- Your excess weight is not mainly muscle (like bodybuilders).
- You have no serious health conditions affecting the brain, heart, or metabolism, or chronic inflammatory diseases.
- You are not taking certain medications for mental health, metabolism, or inflammation in the last 3 months.
- You do not have metal implants, claustrophobia, or skin issues on your right ear that would prevent MRI scans or ear stimulation.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
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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