Vibrating bracelet aims to break nail-biting habit

NCT ID NCT06111729

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests a special bracelet that vibrates gently whenever it senses you biting your nails. Ten adults with nail-biting problems will wear the bracelet for 12 weeks and track their habits using a phone app. The goal is to see if the vibration helps reduce nail biting and improve nail health.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

HabitAware device (vibrating bracelet)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to reduce nail biting and improve nail health.

What could go wrong

This is a very small early trial with only 10 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The device may not work for all nail biters.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Nail Biting

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • Weill Cornell Department of Dermatology

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    New York, New York, 10022, United States

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