Ear nerve stimulation and pain study
This study tests whether a mild electrical stimulation of a nerve in your ear can change how you feel pain from a capsaicin (chili pepper) patch on your leg. It may help researchers understand how to treat pain without drugs.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 60 years old.
- You are generally healthy with no major medical conditions.
- You do not take any pain relievers or other medications that could affect the trial (at least once a week).
- You do not regularly use cannabis, opioids, or other recreational drugs.
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You have no metal implants in your head or jaw, and no history of epilepsy or seizures.
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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