Ear zap boosts recovery in young athletes, study finds
NCT ID NCT06566118
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether a noninvasive device that stimulates a nerve in the ear (transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation) can help young athletes recover more quickly after sports activity. Forty healthy amateur football players aged 18-25 participated. The researchers measured breathing function and perceived fatigue to see if the stimulation improved recovery compared to no stimulation.
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İstanbul Gelisim University
Istanbul, Istanbul, 34310, Turkey (Türkiye)
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