Can sound waves tame the autonomic nervous system?
NCT ID NCT05834829
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study explores whether low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) aimed at specific brain regions can influence how the body controls automatic functions like heart rate and blood pressure. Researchers will apply LIFU or a sham (fake) version to 80 volunteers and measure changes during a cold-water hand immersion test. The goal is to understand if this non-invasive technique can alter autonomic control, which could one day help people with autonomic dysfunction.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Low-intensity focused ultrasound (LIFU) device
What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward a non-invasive brain stimulation treatment for autonomic dysfunction.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study focused on measuring physiological responses, not treating disease. The intervention is experimental and may not produce meaningful clinical benefits.
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Locations
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Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC
Roanoke, Virginia, 24016, United States