Ear zaps may help stroke survivors steady their step

NCT ID NCT07629687

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Riphah International University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear can improve balance and body control in people who have had a stroke. Twenty-two participants will receive either the stimulation plus balance training or balance training alone. The goal is to see if this approach can reduce fall risk and improve daily mobility.

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 (taVNS) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could point toward a non-drug way to help stroke patients regain balance and reduce fall risk.
What could go wrong: This is a very small early trial with only 22 participants, so results may not apply widely. The effect on balance is uncertain, and the stimulation may cause discomfort or skin irritation.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

stroke disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

STROKE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Railway General Hospital, Rawalpindi
RECRUITING

Islamabad, Punjab Province, 44000, Pakistan

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