Shock therapy for migraines? wearable device shows promise in prevention
NCT ID NCT07487701
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jul 01, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested a wearable device called Nerivio that delivers mild electrical pulses to the arm to help prevent migraines. 150 people with chronic migraine used the device for 3 months. Researchers tracked changes in monthly migraine days, attack duration, and patient-reported improvement. The goal is to see if this non-drug approach can reduce migraine frequency and improve quality of life.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Nerivio REN device (a wearable that sends mild electrical pulses to the arm to help prevent migraines)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free option to reduce migraine frequency and improve quality of life for people with chronic migraine.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-group real-world study without a placebo control, so results may be less reliable. The device may not work for everyone, and long-term effects are not yet known.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Locations
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Theranica Bio-Electronics Inc
Bridgewater, New Jersey, 08807, United States