Ear stimulation after exercise: the new recovery hack?

NCT ID NCT07371676

Completed Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Istanbul Gelisim University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether stimulating a nerve in the ear (vagus nerve) right after running helps the body recover faster. Sixty healthy young adults who don't exercise regularly took part. Researchers measured heart rate and lactic acid levels to see if the stimulation made a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (tVNS) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to speed up recovery after exercise.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study in healthy people only. Results may not apply to athletes or people with health conditions, and the effect may be too small to matter in real life.

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AURICULAR VAGUS NERVE STIMULATION RECOVERY TRANSCUTANEOUS

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Locations

Istanbul Gelisim University

Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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