Vagus nerve stimulation with exercise for chronic neck pain
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This study tests whether using a gentle ear device that stimulates the vagus nerve, combined with exercises, can improve chronic neck pain. It compares the timing of the nerve stimulation with the exercises to see which works best.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with chronic neck pain by a doctor.
- You are between 18 and 65 years old.
- Your neck pain has lasted or kept coming back for at least 3 months.
- You are able to do the exercise program and use the ear device.
- You are not pregnant and do not have serious heart, nerve, or other health conditions.
- You can attend all the study sessions and follow the plan.
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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