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Investigating the Use of taVNS to Treat Insomnia in Individuals With Breast Cancer (taVNS-insomnia-BC)
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Summary
In the present study, the investigators aim to investigate feasibility of utilizing noninvasive neuromodulation, specifically taVNS, as a nonpharmacologic approach to address insomnia in patients with stage I-IV breast cancer.
Official title: Investigating the Feasibility of Using taVNS to Treat Insomnia in Individuals With Stage I-IV Breast Cancer
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2023-09-26
Completion Date
2025-07-09
Last Updated
2026-06-18
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
transauricular Vagus Nerve Stimulation
Transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation (taVNS) is a form of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) applied to peripheral nerves, considered a low-risk procedure. It involves the use of standard neurostimulation electrodes placed on the surface of the external ear. The taVNS method delivers low-intensity, pulsed electrical currents with a peak current amplitude of \<4 mA, which is significantly lower than those used in most over-the-counter TENS devices for pain relief or muscle stimulation. By targeting the auricular branches of the vagus nerve, taVNS aims to stimulate specific neural pathways associated with various indications and intended uses. This non-invasive approach has broad applications in research, medical device treatments, health products, and cosmetic or lifestyle products.
Locations (2)
UAB Lakeshore Collaborative (WHARF)
Birmingham, Alabama, United States
UAB Spain Rehabilitation Center
Birmingham, Alabama, United States