Shocking the vagus nerve through the ear may restore movement after stroke

NCT ID NCT07081568

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Nanchang University Affiliated Rehabilitation Hospital Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether stimulating the vagus nerve through both ears can improve movement and sensation in people who recently had a stroke. Forty participants will receive daily 30-minute sessions for four weeks. Researchers will measure changes in motor function, sensation, and brain activity to see if the treatment is safe and effective.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (a device that stimulates the vagus nerve through the ear)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-invasive, drug-free way to help people regain movement and feeling after a stroke.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 40 people, so results may not apply to everyone. The treatment is still experimental and may not provide significant benefit.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

cerebral infarction Ischemic Stroke

As listed by the trial registrant

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

CEREBRAL INFARCTION

Contacts and locations

Locations

The Fourth Affiliated Rehabilitation Hospital of Nanchang University
RECRUITING

Nanchang, Jiangxi, 330009, China

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