Ear zap eases teen nausea in new study

NCT ID NCT03675321

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 24 times

Summary

This study tested a small, non-invasive device placed on the ear to see if it could reduce nausea in teenagers with functional gastrointestinal disorders. 109 teens took part; half received an active nerve stimulator and half received an inactive one. The goal was to measure changes in nausea frequency, duration, and severity over a week.

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Locations

  • Children's Hospital of Wisconsin

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53226, United States

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