Short-Term nerve zap device tested for knee pain – but trial halted early

NCT ID NCT06152029

Terminated Symptom relief Sponsor: Wake Forest University Health Sciences Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a temporary peripheral nerve stimulation system (SPRINT PNS) placed near the knee for up to 60 days to relieve chronic pain from osteoarthritis. Only 12 people were enrolled, and the trial was terminated early. Researchers measured pain intensity, quality of life, and pain medication use.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: temporary peripheral nerve stimulation (PNS) system (SPRINT PNS System)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-drug option for easing chronic knee pain from osteoarthritis without permanent implants.
What could go wrong: The trial was terminated early and had only 12 participants, so results are very limited. It is unclear if the device provides lasting pain relief.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

osteoarthritis osteoarthritis, knee

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OSTEOARTHRITIS OSTEOARTHRITIS, KNEE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Aurora Health Center

Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, 54937, United States
Aurora Health Oshkosh

Oshkosh, Wisconsin, 54914, United States

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