We have teamed up with the National Institute of Health Research and currently are working together on the following:

Recover Arm Strength After Stroke – Join the TRICEPS Research Trial

Had a stroke 6 months to 10 years ago? Still experiencing arm weakness? You may be eligible for our TRICEPS study exploring Transcutaneous Vagus Nerve Stimulation (TVNS) to improve arm recovery.

What’s involved?

• Attend local research centre appointments
• Randomly assigned to TVNS or placebo
• Wear a small earpiece during rehab exercises at home
• 1 hour/day, 5 times a week for 3 months
• Follow-up assessments included

Eligibility:

• Age 18+
• No pacemaker/cochlear implant
• Not in another stroke rehab study
• Not pregnant

Why join? 

Research shows stimulating the vagus nerve while moving the weak arm may help recovery. Your participation could make a difference for future stroke care.

Contact us: triceps@sheffield.ac.uk

Approved by East of England – Cambridge Central Research Ethics Committee.

Funded by NIHR EME Programme.

End date: 31.01.2026