Could a simple device ease stuffy ears and face pain without drugs?
NCT ID NCT04404036
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a device called SinuSonic that combines sound vibrations with gentle pressure to help people with Eustachian tube dysfunction (ETD) and facial pain. Thirty adults used the device twice a day for six weeks. Researchers measured changes in symptoms like ear pressure, clogging, and pain. The study was small and did not include a comparison group, so results are preliminary.
What this could mean
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Active substance
SinuSonic Device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to relieve ear pressure, clogging, and facial pain from Eustachian tube dysfunction.
What could go wrong
This was a small, early study with only 30 participants and no placebo group. Results may not apply to everyone, and the device may not work for all.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Sinus Center - Medical Univesity of South Carolina
Charleston, South Carolina, 29425, United States