Vagus nerve stimulation for recovery in the NeuroICU
Part of Brain & nervous system, Heart & circulation clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical pulse on the ear can help patients recover from severe brain or spinal cord conditions in the NeuroICU. It may improve healing by activating the vagus nerve.
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Who can take part
- You must be 18 years or older.
- You must have been admitted to the NeuroICU within the last 36 hours.
- You must have a condition like a stroke, brain bleed, moderate-severe head injury, or need a breathing tube or blood pressure support.
- You cannot have a pacemaker or other implanted electrical device.
- You cannot be pregnant or have an active COVID-19 infection.
- You must not have a very low heart rate (below 50 beats per minute for more than 5 minutes) at arrival.
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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