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Official title Transcutaneous Auricular Neurostimulation After Lumbar Surgery
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06100172
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The purpose of this study, entitled "Delivering Transcutaneous Auricular Neurostimulation as an Adjunct Non-Opioid Pain Management Therapy for Patients Undergoing Lumbar Surgery", is to demonstrate whether transcutaneous auricular neurostimulation (tAN) can non-invasively reduce the perception of pain in patients undergoing lumbar surgery. tAN is placed on and around the ear to non-invasively stimulate branches of the vagus and trigeminal nerves and modulate specific brain regions associated with pain.
- Which group you join is decided by chance.
A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 85
You may be able to join if
- Medically cleared to undergo a lumbar spine surgery, either spinal fusion with or without multilevel laminectomies, or lumbar multilevel...
- 18-85 years of age
- English Proficiency
- Participants must be able to provide informed consent and function at an intellectual level sufficient for study requirements
You likely can't join if
- Current evidence of an uncontrolled and/or clinically significant medical condition
- History of bleeding disorders or coagulopathy
- History of seizures or epilepsy
- History of neurological diseases or traumatic brain injury
- Use of illegal recreational drugs
- Presence of devices, e.g. pacemakers, cochlear prosthesis, neuro-stimulators
See the full eligibility criteria
- Medically cleared to undergo a lumbar spine surgery, either spinal fusion with or without multilevel laminectomies, or lumbar multilevel laminectomies alone.
- 18-85 years of age
- English Proficiency
- Participants must be able to provide informed consent and function at an intellectual level sufficient for study requirements
- Current evidence of an uncontrolled and/or clinically significant medical condition
- History of bleeding disorders or coagulopathy
- History of seizures or epilepsy
- History of neurological diseases or traumatic brain injury
- Use of illegal recreational drugs
- Presence of devices, e.g. pacemakers, cochlear prosthesis, neuro-stimulators
- Use of acupuncture within 4 weeks of surgery
- Grossly abnormal external ear anatomy or active ear infection
- Women of childbearing potential, not using effective contraception per investigator judgment or not willing to comply with contraception for the duration of the study
- Females who are pregnant or lactating
- Any other significant disease or disorder which, in the opinion of the Investigator, may either put the participants at risk because of participation in the trial, or may influence the result of the trial, or the...
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Dallas, Texas, United States
Compensation & support
Compensation mentioned.
ClinicalTrials.gov doesn't provide a reliable structured field for payment or travel support - confirm details with the study team.
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This study's listing includes signals that participants may be compensated or receive a stipend. Amounts vary and are set by the study team - confirm the details with them.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
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How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years to 85 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Dallas, Texas, United States. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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