Scientists probe whether ear stimulation unlocks Body's own painkillers
NCT ID NCT05490134
First seen Jan 09, 2026 · Last updated May 23, 2026 · Updated 17 times
Summary
This early-phase study aims to understand how a device that stimulates nerves in the ear (tAN) reduces pain. Researchers will test if the pain relief comes from the body releasing its own natural opioids. The study involves 136 healthy adults and uses a drug that blocks opioids to see if it stops the device's effect. This is a knowledge-gathering study, not a treatment trial.
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Medical University of South Carolina
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