Can a tiny ear device curb opioid withdrawal?
NCT ID NCT04325659
First seen Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated May 13, 2026 · Updated 16 times
Summary
This study tested a small device placed behind the ear that sends mild electrical pulses to help manage opioid withdrawal symptoms. 46 adults with opioid use disorder stayed in a research unit for 2-3 weeks. Some got the active device, some got a sham device, and some got standard withdrawal medication. The goal was to see if the device could reduce withdrawal and help people stay in treatment.
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Behavioral Pharmacology Research Unit
Baltimore, Maryland, 21224, United States
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