Wearable zaps could calm stomach pain in diabetes

NCT ID NCT05362578

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Michigan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study tested a wearable device that delivers mild electrical pulses through the skin, similar to acupuncture, to help relieve stomach symptoms in people with diabetic gastroparesis. 41 participants used the device at either a treatment point or a sham point for 84 days. Researchers measured changes in nausea, fullness, pain, and vomiting to see if the device improves symptoms and quality of life.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: transcutaneous electrical acustimulation device
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a non-drug, wearable option to ease nausea, fullness, and pain in people with diabetic gastroparesis.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 41 participants. The effect may be small or no better than a sham device, and results may not apply to everyone with gastroparesis.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

gastroparesis

As listed by the trial registrant

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

GASTROPARESIS WITH DIABETES MELLITUS

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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