Vibrating sock could silence phantom limb pain

NCT ID NCT07324109

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

Summary

This study tests whether a special insole that vibrates can reduce phantom limb pain in people with leg amputations. Twenty participants will wear the device daily for three weeks and report their pain levels. The goal is to offer a simple, drug-free option for chronic pain relief.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

vibrotactile sensory feedback device (Suralis)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to reduce phantom limb pain and improve daily function for amputees.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage study with only 20 participants and no control group. Results may not apply to everyone, and long-term benefits are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

agnosia Phantom Limb

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • MEDIAN Rehab Center Wiesbaden Sonnenberg

    RECRUITING

    Wiesbaden, Hesse, 65191, Germany

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