A sticky patch that might rev up your metabolism?

NCT ID NCT07781384

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First seen Aug 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 25, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a drug-free, over-the-counter patch with special haptic vibrotactile technology can influence resting metabolic rate—the calories your body burns at rest. Healthy adults aged 18 to 85 will wear the active patch or a sham patch on their forearm for 45 minutes, and their metabolism will be measured before and after. The goal is to see if this simple, non-invasive device can nudge energy expenditure.

What this could mean

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Active substance
IGNITE Patch (Haptic Vibrotactile Trigger Technology patch)
What this could lead to
If the patch works, it could offer a drug-free way to gently boost metabolism, potentially aiding weight management or energy levels.
What could go wrong
This is an early, small study in healthy volunteers, so results may not apply broadly. The effect may be minimal or absent, and skin irritation is a possible side effect.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.

Participants

About 150 people

The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.

Started

Jun 2023

Expected to finish

Nov 2026

An estimate. End dates often move.

Lead sponsor

A company

The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.

Who can take part

This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.

Ages

18 to 85 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 to 85 years, inclusive * Able to provide written informed consent to participate * Determined to be a healthy volunteer, as assessed by the Investigator Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant * Use of any drugs of abuse * Implanted pacemaker or defibrillator

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Locations

  • Stein Medical

    Tyrone, Georgia, 30290, United States

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