Veterans with PTSD may get better sleep from a simple nerve zap

NCT ID NCT04021537

First seen Feb 24, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 11 times

Summary

This study tests whether stimulating a nerve in the ear or neck can improve sleep in veterans with PTSD. About 87 veterans will try one of two stimulation locations to see which helps them fall and stay asleep better. The goal is to find a new, non-drug way to treat sleep problems common in PTSD.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • North Florida/South Georgia Veterans Health System, Gainesville, FL

    Gainesville, Florida, 32608-1135, United States

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