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New treatment option for Psoriatic Arthritis
Official title Transcutaneous Auricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation in Psoriatic Arthritis
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07653009
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- This prospective single-center interventional study aims to investigate the effects of transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) on disease activity, pain, quality of life, autonomic dysfunction symptoms, and inflammatory biomarkers in patients with psoriatic arthritis (PsA). Participants diagnosed with PsA according to the Classification Criteria for Psoriatic Arthritis (CASPAR) will undergo non-invasive auricular vagus nerve stimulation using the Vagustim device.
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 65
You may be able to join if
- Diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis according to the CASPAR criteria
- Age between 18 and 65 years
- Stable treatment regimen for at least 12 weeks prior to enrollment
- Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain score ≥4 on a 0-10 scale
- Moderate-to-high disease activity according to the Disease Activity Index for Psoriatic Arthritis (DAPSA)
You likely can't join if
- Presence of an implanted cardiac device (e.g., pacemaker, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator) or implanted neurostimulator
- History of epilepsy or other uncontrolled neurological disorders
- Active severe infection or immunosuppressive condition (e.g., sepsis)
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Presence of deep auricular injury, previous ear surgery, or active skin lesions involving the auricle
- Inability to comply with the treatment protocol or history of severe psychiatric disorders
See the full eligibility criteria
- Diagnosis of psoriatic arthritis according to the CASPAR criteria
- Age between 18 and 65 years
- Stable treatment regimen for at least 12 weeks prior to enrollment
- Visual Analog Scale (VAS) pain score ≥4 on a 0-10 scale
- Moderate-to-high disease activity according to the Disease Activity Index for Psoriatic Arthritis (DAPSA)
- Ability and willingness to provide written informed consent
- Presence of an implanted cardiac device (e.g., pacemaker, implantable cardioverter-defibrillator) or implanted neurostimulator
- History of epilepsy or other uncontrolled neurological disorders
- Active severe infection or immunosuppressive condition (e.g., sepsis)
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Presence of deep auricular injury, previous ear surgery, or active skin lesions involving the auricle
- Inability to comply with the treatment protocol or history of severe psychiatric disorders
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Istanbul, 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 65 years. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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BridgeMD is an information and trial-matching tool - not medical advice, and not the study sponsor. Details come from ClinicalTrials.gov; the study team decides eligibility.