Vibrating wearable could soothe PTSD in veterans

NCT ID NCT05019651

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Lisa Brenner Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether veterans with PTSD would find a wearable device called Apollo acceptable and easy to use. The device delivers gentle vibrations at different times of day. 63 veterans used it for about 6 weeks, and researchers checked how credible and satisfying they found it.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Apollo Wearable System (a device that delivers gentle vibrations)
What this could lead to: If this device is found acceptable and feasible, it could offer a non-drug option to help manage PTSD symptoms in veterans.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early pilot study with no placebo group, so results may not prove the device actually reduces PTSD. It only measures if people like and use it.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

post-traumatic stress disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

PTSD

Contacts and locations

Locations

Eastern Colorado Health Care System (ECHCS)

Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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