Ear-Zap may speed Post-Surgery waking and cut depression risk

NCT ID NCT07610655

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests a noninvasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear to help people wake up faster after surgery. Researchers will also see if it reduces confusion and depression after the operation. The study involves 40 adults having lumbar spine surgery.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Cognitive Dysfunction delirium Depression depressive disorder Emergence Delirium lumbar disk degenerative disorder spinal stenosis

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  • Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

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    Chicago, Illinois, 60611, United States

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