Could a Pocket-Sized device replace pills for panic attacks in the ER?
NCT ID NCT03884712
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a handheld device called CalmiGo in 35 adults coming to the emergency department with anxiety or panic attacks. The device uses guided breathing, aromatherapy, and grounding techniques to help people relax without medication. Researchers measured symptoms before and after use to see if it helped.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
CalmiGo handheld device (uses guided breathing, aromatherapy, and grounding techniques)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free option to quickly ease anxiety and panic attacks in the emergency room.
What could go wrong
This was a small, early study with only 35 participants and no comparison group, so results may not apply broadly. The device may not work for everyone.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Lenox Hill Hospital
Manhattan, New York, 10075, United States