Understanding how vagus nerve stimulation affects health
Data and Analysis Core
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA · NIH-10930820
This study is looking at how stimulating a nerve in the neck can affect things like metabolism, inflammation, and heart health, and it’s for patients who want to help us learn more about how this treatment might improve their care.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10930820 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on how stimulating the vagus nerve at the cervical level influences various health markers, including metabolism, inflammation, and cardiovascular function. By creating a large-scale data collection system, the project aims to gather and analyze data from multiple clinical sites to better understand the effects of vagus nerve stimulation on patients. The research will utilize advanced statistical and modeling techniques to explore these relationships and provide insights that could improve patient care. Patients involved will contribute to a comprehensive database that will help in developing new treatment protocols.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are individuals who have undergone vagus nerve stimulation or are candidates for this treatment.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have conditions related to the autonomic nervous system or cardiovascular issues may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved treatment strategies for conditions related to the autonomic nervous system and cardiovascular health.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown promising results in understanding the effects of vagus nerve stimulation, indicating that this approach has potential for significant advancements in treatment.
Where this research is happening
MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA — MINNEAPOLIS, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: JOHNSON, MATTHEW DOUGLAS — UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA
- Study coordinator: JOHNSON, MATTHEW DOUGLAS
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.