Ear nerve stimulation for consciousness disorders
Part of Brain & nervous system, Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests whether a gentle electrical stimulation on the ear can help people with disorders of consciousness, like a vegetative or minimally conscious state. It aims to see if this noninvasive treatment can improve brain function and awareness.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 70 years old.
- You have been in a vegetative or minimally conscious state for more than 28 days but less than 1 year.
- You have no past history of mental health or nervous system disorders.
- You do not have any metal implants, pacemakers, or brain devices, and your ear skin is healthy.
- You are not taking specific seizure or nerve medications, and you have no uncontrolled epilepsy or heart/lung problems.
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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