Ear zaps may boost brain power in veterans with TBI

NCT ID NCT06723743

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Baylor College of Medicine Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 16, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This pilot study tests a non-invasive ear stimulation method (taVNS) to see if it can improve attention and memory in veterans with traumatic brain injury (TBI), depression, or PTSD. Thirty veterans will each receive both active and sham stimulation in one visit while performing computer-based attention tasks. The goal is to determine if this gentle, surgery-free approach could help ease cognitive symptoms.

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Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
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Houston, Texas, 77030, United States
Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center
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Houston, Texas, 77030, United States

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TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY (TBI) PATIENTS