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Official title Effect of Transauricular Vagal Stimulation on Cardiac Function After Spinal Cord Injury
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07007884
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of transauricular vagal nerve stimulation (taVNS) on cardiac autonomic functions in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI).
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 60
You may be able to join if
- Aged between 18-60
- Having a traumatic spinal cord injury
- Cervical spinal cord injury patients with a history of autonomic dysreflexia
- At least 6 months after the injury
- Signing an informed consent form showing consent to participate in the study
You likely can't join if
- Having a cardiac or neural pacemaker
- Presence of pregnancy
- Clinical coronary artery disease confirmed by invasive or coronary computed tomographic angiography
- History of acute coronary syndrome (unstable angina, myocardial infarction)
- Documented arrhythmia and/or use of antiarrhythmic drugs on ECG
- Diagnosis of hypertension and use of antihypertensive drugs
See the full eligibility criteria
- Aged between 18-60
- Having a traumatic spinal cord injury
- Cervical spinal cord injury patients with a history of autonomic dysreflexia
- At least 6 months after the injury
- Signing an informed consent form showing consent to participate in the study
- Having a cardiac or neural pacemaker
- Presence of pregnancy
- Clinical coronary artery disease confirmed by invasive or coronary computed tomographic angiography
- History of acute coronary syndrome (unstable angina, myocardial infarction)
- Documented arrhythmia and/or use of antiarrhythmic drugs on ECG
- Diagnosis of hypertension and use of antihypertensive drugs
- Damaged skin lesion in the application area
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
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 60 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Ankara, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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