Nerve stimulation study for autism pulled before start

NCT ID NCT06259201

First seen Feb 14, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study was designed to test whether vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) could help children and adults with autism and developmental disabilities. Researchers planned to measure changes in behavior, thinking, and daily rhythms after 1 to 3 months of treatment. However, the study was withdrawn before enrolling any participants, so no results are available.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • New York State Institute for Basic Research

    Staten Island, New York, 10314, United States

  • New York State Psychiatric Institute

    New York, New York, 10032, United States

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