Could a gentle zap to the neck ease restless legs in dialysis patients?

NCT ID NCT07657013

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Cairo University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether a non-invasive device that sends mild electrical pulses to nerves in the neck can reduce restless legs syndrome in people undergoing dialysis. Thirty-six adults aged 40-50 will receive either real or sham stimulation three times a week for four weeks. Researchers will measure changes in symptom severity, sleep quality, pain, blood pressure, and mood.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a safe, non-drug option to relieve restless legs and improve sleep and well-being for people on dialysis.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 36 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The effect may be modest or not last long-term.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

end stage renal failure restless legs syndrome

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEMODIALYSIS RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME (RLS)

Contacts and locations

Locations

Faculty of Physical Therapy, Cairo University

Cairo, Egypt

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