Efficacy of Electrical Vestibular Nerve Stimulation (VeNS) in the Management of Obesity: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Electrical Vestibular Nerve Stimulation (VeNS) Together With a Lifestyle Modification Program, Compared to a Sham Control With a Lifestyle Modification Program, as a Means of Reducing Excess Body Weight.

The aim of this study is to observe the efficacy of electrical vestibular nerve stimulation in the management of obesity.

Allocation: Active device (participants act as their own self-control) Endpoint classification: Efficacy Study. The study provides further evidence for the efficacy of electrical vestibular nerve stimulation in the management of obesity.

Inclusion Criteria:

• BMI 30 to 40 kg/m2
• Aged above 18 years

Exclusion Criteria:

• Current use of any medications or therapy including use of oral contraceptives
• Use of dietary supplements known to affect the BMI
• Ear problems (assessed during physical examination)
• Any severe complications
• Unwilling participants