Ear zaps and exercise show promise for lupus fatigue
NCT ID NCT07256067
First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study tested whether a device that gently stimulates a nerve in the ear, combined with aerobic exercise, can reduce fatigue in women with lupus. Fifty women aged 35 to 55 took part, with half receiving the real stimulation and half a sham version, both alongside their usual medical care. The treatment was given three times a week for six weeks. The goal was to see if this approach could improve fatigue severity and walking ability.
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faculty of Physical Therapy
Giza, Egpt, 12613, Egypt
What this could mean
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Active substance
transcutaneous vagus nerve stimulation (tVNS) device
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a drug-free way to reduce fatigue and improve daily function for people with lupus.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 50 participants. The results may not apply to all lupus patients, and the effect might be modest or due to the exercise alone.
Conditions
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