Nerve block and ear stimulation for better sleep after breast cancer surgery
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests two simple procedures—a nerve block in the neck and a gentle electrical stimulation on the ear—to see if they can help improve sleep quality after breast cancer surgery.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 80 years old.
- You have had surgery to remove the whole breast (radical mastectomy) for breast cancer.
- You are generally healthy enough for surgery (ASA class I to III).
- You do not have a bleeding disorder, serious heart condition, or allergy to numbing medicines.
- You do not have an active infection near the ear or a history of severe mental illness or substance abuse.
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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