Can a gentle zap to the neck or ear calm body distress? new study tests two devices.

NCT ID NCT07198542

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 26 times

Summary

This study tests two non-invasive devices that stimulate the vagus nerve (one on the neck, one on the ear) to see which better reduces physical discomfort and health-related anxiety in people with Somatic Symptom Disorder. About 60 adults will try both devices in random order, each for two weeks, with a break in between. The goal is to find a safe, drug-free way to ease symptoms.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Department of Psychiatry, National Taiwan University Hospital Yunlin Branch

    Douliu, Yunlin, 640, Taiwan

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