Ear nerve stimulation for pain after spinal surgery
Part of Pain clinical trials.
This study tests whether a gentle nerve stimulation device placed on the ear (called taVNS) can help reduce pain after complex spinal surgery. The goal is to see if this extra therapy can improve pain control and recovery.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You are having complex spinal surgery under general anesthesia
- Your overall health is good or have mild to moderate health problems (ASA I-III)
- You do not have a pacemaker or other implanted electronic device
- You do not have skin sores or infections on your ear
- You can understand and cooperate with pain assessments
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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