RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT07218133

Trans-Auricular Stimulation for Postoperative Inflammation in Spine Surgery

Sponsor

Alexander T. Yahanda

Enrollment

50 participants

Start Date

Oct 8, 2025

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Spinal fusion surgery Postoperative Pain Management Spine Fusion Inflammation Hyperglycemia Neurological Disorder Postoperative Care Spinal Fusion Spine Disease Neurologic Deficits Spine Condition Cytokine Levels

Summary

This study is a randomized controlled trial that will evaluate the effect of non-invasive auricular vagal nerve stimulation on inflammatory markers, glycemic control, postoperative pain, and inflammation-related clinical outcomes after long-segment spinal fusion surgeries when compared to current accepted management.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This clinical trial is studying a medical device called Auricular vagus nerve stimulation and a medical device called Sham Auricular Vagus nerve Stimulation for people with cytokine levels, hyperglycemia, and other related conditions. The study is currently recruiting participants at 1 location. People eligible for this study include aged 18 Years and older.

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