Tests ear nerve stimulation at two frequencies in adults with autism
Tests ear nerve stimulation at two settings in adults with autism.
Plain-language title generated from the registry record
Registry title: Auricular Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Treatment of Autism
Key facts
- Where
- Charlestown, United StatesSee the site
Could this be for you?
Answer for yourself. This is not a decision: only the study team can say whether you can take part.
- Are you between 18 and 60 years old?
Source: NCT03827941, who can take part
Where in United States
- MGBCharlestown, United StatesTaking people
Questions to ask the study team
- How often do I need to come in, and for how long each time?
- Are travel costs paid?
- Can I keep my own doctor?
- What happens if I want to stop?
Trial details
- Who runs it
- Massachusetts General Hospital
- Trial code
- NCT03827941
- Record updated
- 17 July 2026
- Original description
In this study, investigators will examine the treatment effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation with different stimulation frequencies on individuals with autism.Read full original descriptionShow less
Auricular Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation Treatment of Autism
In this study, investigators will examine the treatment effects of transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation with different stimulation frequencies on individuals with autism.
Inclusion: Autism diagnosed based on DSM-V classification criteria; 18-60 year old high functioning adult autism patients (e.g. Asperger's, IQ equal or greater than 80); Subjects who do not show aggressive behaviors based on neuro/psychiatric evaluations as determined by a licensed study physician.
Exclusion: Subjects taking any medications that confound the study results; A history of chronic serious infection, any current infection, any type of cancer or autoimmune disease or other severe diseases.