Smart bandage zaps chronic wounds to speed healing
NCT ID NCT04887688
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This pilot study tests a new flexible bandage called exciflex that delivers mild electrical stimulation to chronic wounds that won't heal normally. The study includes 16 veterans with diabetes or spinal cord injury who have lower leg wounds. The bandage is designed to work for up to seven days without needing to be changed, potentially making wound care easier and more effective than standard treatment.
What this could mean
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Active substance
exciflex bandage (a flexible electronic bandage that delivers surface electrotherapy)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a new way to help chronic wounds heal faster without disturbing the dressing for up to a week.
What could go wrong
This is a very small pilot study with only 16 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The device is still in early testing and may not prove effective.
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Louis Stokes VA Medical Center, Cleveland, OH
RECRUITINGCleveland, Ohio, 44106-1702, United States
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