Plain-English translation of NCT07425652 on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗ · Source last updated · Translation generated · How we translate trials
This study doesn't follow the usual testing phases — it may be an observational study or a different type of research.
Fibromyalgia causes widespread pain and fatigue that can be hard to treat. This study is testing three different approaches to help: connective tissue massage (a specialized hands-on technique), transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (a gentle electrical stimulation applied to your ear), or both treatments combined. Researchers want to see which approach works best to reduce pain, improve sleep, decrease fatigue, and help you feel better overall.
Many people with fibromyalgia struggle to find effective treatments. This trial is designed to compare different non-medication options to see if massage and nerve stimulation—either alone or together—can offer real relief for the pain, sleep problems, and quality-of-life challenges that come with fibromyalgia.
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You will be assigned to one of three groups: massage only, nerve stimulation only, or both treatments combined. You'll visit the clinic twice a week for 6 weeks to receive your assigned treatment. The massage involves specialized hand techniques on your connective tissues, and the nerve stimulation uses a small, gentle electrical device placed on your ear. Throughout the study, you'll complete questionnaires and assessments to track changes in your pain, sleep, energy, mood, and overall quality of life.
AI-generated summary from trial data · Jun 18, 2026 · Not medical advice
Turkey (Türkiye)
Sponsor
Ankara Yildirim Beyazıt University
Enrollment target
~66 participants
Started
March 2026
Primary completion
January 2028
Age range
18 Years – 65 Years
Sex
Female only
Last updated on clinicaltrials.gov in June 2026.
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