Ear zap eases back pain? new study tests nerve stimulation gadget

NCT ID NCT07529392

First seen Apr 28, 2026 · Last updated Jun 07, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study tests whether a small device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can help people with long-term back pain. 48 adults will either get the ear stimulation plus standard rehab, or rehab alone, for 3 weeks. The goal is to see if the device improves daily function and reduces pain.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • BVAEB Rehazentrum Engelsbad

    RECRUITING

    Baden, Lower Austria, 2500, Austria

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myofascial pain syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.