Can Ear Nerve Stimulation Reduce Inflammation in Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy?
Part of Bones, joints & muscles, Brain & nervous system, Genetic & congenital clinical trials.
This trial tests whether gently stimulating a nerve in the ear can lower inflammation levels in boys with Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The goal is to see if this non-invasive approach might help slow disease progression or ease symptoms.
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Who can take part
- Confirmed diagnosis of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD)
- Age 5 years or older
- No wounds, skin irritation, or active infection on the left ear
- No previous surgery on the vagus nerve or procedures affecting nerve function
- Able to learn and perform ear stimulation technique (with guardian help if needed)
- No previous spleen removal surgery
- No severe heart disease
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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