Could a tiny zap to the face soothe chronic eye pain?
NCT ID NCT07166848
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests whether a non-invasive electrostimulation device can relieve symptoms of chronic ocular graft-versus-host disease, a painful eye condition that can occur after a stem cell transplant. Fifteen participants will receive either real or sham stimulation on their cheeks and forehead for 30 minutes over 10 sessions. The goal is to see if the treatment reduces eye discomfort and helps regenerate corneal nerves.
What this could mean
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Active substance
electrostimulation device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a non-drug way to reduce eye pain and dryness in people with chronic ocular graft-versus-host disease.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 15 people, so results may not apply widely. The treatment is still experimental and may not provide lasting relief.
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Massachusetts Eye and Ear - Longwood Campus
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States
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