Scientists zap nerves to map sensitivity to electric and magnetic fields
NCT ID NCT07160413
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests how nerves in the upper arm react to different types of electrical and magnetic stimulation. Fifty healthy volunteers will receive brief, painless pulses using coils and electrodes. The goal is to understand which coil designs and placements best activate nerves, which could help improve future medical devices.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this research could improve the design of devices that stimulate nerves, such as for pain relief or muscle control.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage basic science study with only 50 healthy volunteers. Results may not apply to people with medical conditions, and the stimulation is momentary and non-therapeutic.
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Institute for Human Centered Engineering HuCE
RECRUITINGBiel, Biel, 2502, Switzerland
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