Could a simple ear rinse ease fibromyalgia pain?
NCT ID NCT07423377
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a non-invasive procedure called vestibulocortical stimulation (VCS) can reduce pain and improve quality of life in people with fibromyalgia. VCS involves gently irrigating the ear canal with temperate water using a plastic syringe. The trial will compare a single session of VCS to a sham procedure in 56 adults diagnosed with fibromyalgia.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Vestibulocortical stimulation (VCS) – a procedure using a plastic syringe to gently irrigate the ear canal with temperate water
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, safe, and low-cost way to temporarily reduce pain and improve well-being for people with fibromyalgia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 56 participants, testing a single session. The effect may be small or no better than a placebo, and long-term benefits are unknown.
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Mount Sinai West
RECRUITINGNew York, New York, 10019, United States
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