Near-InfraRed Spectroscopy of Auricular Stimulation

Recruiting N/A Interventional Study
Healthy Male and Female Subjects Healthy Volunteer Study
No Placebo Group Every participant receives an active treatment — no one gets a placebo. Healthy Volunteers Welcome You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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At a Glance
Age
18 and older
Sex
Any
Study type
Interventional
Purpose
Basic Science
Participants needed
80 (estimated)
Sponsor
University of Pittsburgh · Other
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About This Trial

This is a single-visit non-invasive study of healthy volunteer subjects. Brain activity will be measured with infra-red light sensors attached to a cap worn on the head, while both ears are gently stimulated with plastic filaments.

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Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Age of at least 18 years Exclusion Criteria: 1. frequent or chronic pain requiring the use of pain-relieving medications more than twice per week, on average, in the last 3 months, 2. history or symptoms of neuropathy, 3. active lesions or skin disruptions to either ear, 4. re…
Contacts

Carly Riedmann, MPH

412-623-4147

riedmannca@upmc.edu

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Amy Monroe, MPH, MBA

412-623-6382

monroeal@upmc.edu

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