The Apollo Device in Systemic Sclerosis for the Management of fatiguE, Raynaud Phenomenon and qualiTy of Life

NARecruitingINTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment

160

Participants

Timeline

Start Date

January 6, 2025

Primary Completion Date

March 1, 2028

Study Completion Date

September 30, 2028

Conditions
Systemic Sclerosis (SSc)
Interventions
DEVICE

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.

DEVICE

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.

Trial Locations (1)

15213

RECRUITING

UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center, Pittsburgh

All Listed Sponsors
collaborator

United States Department of Defense

FED

lead

Robyn T. Domsic, MD, MPH

OTHER