160
Participants
Start Date
January 6, 2025
Primary Completion Date
March 1, 2028
Study Completion Date
September 30, 2028
Apollo Neuro Device
The Apollo Neuro wearable device is an Apple Watch-sized wearable device that delivers vibration at set frequencies , termed transcutaneous vibratory stimulation, or TVS. These low volume sound waves feel like a soothing touch to the skin (TVS) and activate touch receptors. Apollo is controlled via smartphone and worn on the wrist or ankle. The Apollo is fitted with an adjustable band, made of a durable neoprene material with polyester overlays. Participants are asked to wear it daily for a minimum time period for 6 weeks. Users can choose from different modes of vibration, with some being energizing, others relaxing.
Sham device
The Apollo Neuro is an Apple Watch-sized wearable device that delivers vibration, termed transcutaneous vibratory stimulation, or TVS. The sham device is identical in appearance to the active intervention, but provides a lower frequency vibration that has no known therapeutic benefit.
RECRUITING
UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center, Pittsburgh
United States Department of Defense
FED
Robyn T. Domsic, MD, MPH
OTHER