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Shocking away pain: TENS device tested for hip fracture relief

NCT ID NCT07567339

Symptom relief Sponsor: University of the Sinos Valley Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study tests whether a device called TENS, which sends mild electrical pulses through the skin, can reduce pain and the need for painkillers in older adults with hip fractures. Thirty-two participants will receive either active TENS or a sham (fake) version for 45 minutes. Researchers will measure pain, vital signs, and psychological factors to see if TENS offers real relief.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could point toward a simple, drug-free way to ease pain and reduce painkiller use in older adults recovering from hip fractures.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, early study with only 32 participants and a single 45-minute session. The results may not apply to all patients or lead to lasting benefits.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 32 people

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Expected to start

May 2026

An estimate. Start dates often move.

Expected to finish

Jan 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

60 years and older

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Older adults (male and female) diagnosed with hip fracture * Age ≥ 60 years * Admitted to the hospital inpatient unit (HPS) * Mini-Mental State Examination (MMSE) score ≥ 20 Exclusion Criteria: * Conditions contraindicating electrical stimulation, such as presence of a pacemaker, significant sensory loss in the lower limbs, or skin lesions at the electrode placement site * History of neurological or cognitive impairment that may interfere with understanding of the assessments * Previous treatment with neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) in the lower limb within the last 3 months

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

femoral neck fracture hip fracture Pain

As listed by the trial registrant

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Femoral neck fractures Hip fractures Intertrochanteric femur fracture

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